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YDW 99K

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

57,743 mi
Last recorded57,743 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDW 99K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 57,743 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged along subframe (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 56,559 miles

Central Front Brake pipe slightly damaged o/s of crossmember (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play near limits (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush bonded pin appears to be turning (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2024 56,557 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Central Front Brake pipe slightly damaged o/s of crossmember (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play near limits (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush bonded pin appears to be turning (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 55,081 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 52,603 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 50,931 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 50,490 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2020 50,490 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 49,803 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 49,778 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached bolts loose (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 48,123 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 46,361 miles

Slight lift in o/s/f king pin

Pass 24 Aug 2016 44,093 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Aug 2015 40,952 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 36,237 miles

offside steering rack knuckle slight wear

Pass 23 Aug 2013 33,699 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 28,582 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Sep 2011 28,582 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

ign lights not working

Pass 25 Aug 2010 25,319 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 25,319 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 22,113 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 7 Sep 2009 22,112 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 19,495 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 14,544 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2006 12,422 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 12,422 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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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YDW 99K is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 YDW 99K, 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 54 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YDW 99K registered?

YDW 99K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 24 March 1972.

Is YDW 99K safe to buy?

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