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YCH 882S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2022
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,785 mi
Last recorded19,785 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYCH 882S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2021 19,785 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 18,745 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 17,207 miles

Nearside Front brake pad wearing low

How Reliable is the MG B?

Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
381
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
19,443
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,224
brake binding 4,089
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,715
Stop lamp not working 3,343
Steering rack gaiter split 2,887
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YCH 882S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YCH 882S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 48 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YCH 882S?

You can check the full history of YCH 882S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YCH 882S registered?

YCH 882S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 20 April 1978.

Is YCH 882S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YCH 882S shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YCH 882S have outstanding finance?

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