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YBV 848R

1977 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

60,498 mi
Last recorded60,498 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1977 MG Mgb54,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBV 848R
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 60,498 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 57,762 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 57,293 miles

Offside Front mudflap insecure

vehicle has had heavy underseal applied in certain parts

Fail 28 Jun 2017 57,293 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced axle strap bkn (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front mudflap insecure

vehicle has had heavy underseal applied in certain parts

Pass 20 May 2015 57,016 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 56,895 miles

Bulk head corroded

Nearside rear tyre coming close to legal limit

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear valance corroded

Slight freeplay in both bottom ball joints

Slight freeplay in offside rear wheel bearing

Underbody corroded

Underbody sprayed with sealer

Wipers smearing screen

Pass 4 May 2012 56,831 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 56,759 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 56,034 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 55,890 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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YBV 848R is a 1977 MG Mgb in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1977 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 54,393 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YBV 848R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 49 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YBV 848R?

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What year was YBV 848R registered?

YBV 848R is a 1977 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 March 1977.

Is YBV 848R safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBV 848R shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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