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YCL 217S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

2,149 mi
Last recorded2,149 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYCL 217S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 2,149 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 98,270 miles

Large crack to windscreen - doesn't obstruct vision

NSF & OSF top trunion bushes deteriorated

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 16 Jun 2015 96,155 miles

Heavy cracking to rear tyres

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 96,155 miles

Heavy cracking to rear tyres

Pass 1 Jul 2014 86,742 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 84,978 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 84,791 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 84,715 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 84,629 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 84,426 miles

Bootlid not present at time of test

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 84,292 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 84,217 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007
Pass 6 Mar 2006 83,260 miles

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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YCL 217S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YCL 217S, 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

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What year was YCL 217S registered?

YCL 217S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is YCL 217S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YCL 217S shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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