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YEC 637W

1980 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

15,339 mi
Last recorded15,339 miles
Recorded on20 May 2020
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYEC 637W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2020 15,339 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 15,262 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 14,832 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 14,388 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 14,334 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 14,325 miles

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

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 14,012 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 13,087 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 13,205 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 12,563 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 12,287 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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YEC 637W is a 1980 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1980 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 50,608 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 YEC 637W, 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 46 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 YEC 637W?

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What year was YEC 637W registered?

YEC 637W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 18 August 1980.

Is YEC 637W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YEC 637W shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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