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YCG 86V

1980 MG B Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,292 mi
Last recorded60,292 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 1980 MG B Roadster36,491 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYCG 86V
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 60,292 miles

condition of rear spring rear shocker bush's

corrosion and repair to both castle rail's

corrosion on rear undersill's

Pass 11 Apr 2016 60,085 miles

corrosion and grease on off side rear axle brake pipes

corrosion on both floors to sills

Pass 30 Mar 2015 59,796 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 54,721 miles

STRONGLY ADVISE ; VARIOUS REPAIRS TO FLOOR PAN (NOT WITHIN PRESCRIBED AREAS) HAS BEEN WELDED BADLY; N/S/F INNER WING HOLED ; ADVISE ATTENTION IS GIVEN

Fail 25 Oct 2007 54,721 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

STRONGLY ADVISE ; VARIOUS REPAIRS TO FLOOR PAN (NOT WITHIN PRESCRIBED AREAS) HAS BEEN WELDED BADLY; N/S/F INNER WING HOLED ; ADVISE ATTENTION IS GIVEN

Pass 17 Nov 2006 51,339 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 51,339 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Nov 2005 49,143 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 49,133 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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YCG 86V is a 1980 MG B Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 36,491 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG B Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YCG 86V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 46 years old, this MG B Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YCG 86V registered?

YCG 86V is a 1980 MG B Roadster, first registered on 7 January 1980.

Is YCG 86V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YCG 86V shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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