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YCX 503R

1977 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2012
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

95,387 mi
Last recorded95,387 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2011
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYCX 503R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2011 95,387 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 95,354 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 95,217 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 95,212 miles

Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

nearside jacking point broken away

Pass 17 Jun 2009 94,902 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 94,902 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear bump straps broken.

Pass 16 Jun 2008 94,661 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 94,660 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 94,166 miles

both rears bump stop strap sligly crack

Fail 30 May 2007 94,164 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

both rear's bump stop strap's sligtly crack

Pass 9 Jun 2006 93,961 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 93,961 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2005 92,915 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2005 92,915 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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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YCX 503R is a 1977 MG B in Yellow with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YCX 503R, 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 49 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 YCX 503R?

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What year was YCX 503R registered?

YCX 503R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 4 April 1977.

Is YCX 503R safe to buy?

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