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YET 822T

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

65,177 mi
Last recorded65,177 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2023
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYET 822T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2023 65,177 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 64,980 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 64,779 miles

Nearside rear outer sill corroded slightly

Oil leak, but not excessive old vehicle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 64,684 miles

nearside rear outer sill corroded slightly

Pass 13 Aug 2019 64,573 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

nearside outer sill corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2018 64,436 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 64,384 miles

nearside rear outer sill corroding

offside front tyre perished and cracking

Pass 31 Aug 2016 64,261 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 64,174 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 63,929 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 63,786 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 63,291 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 62,919 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 62,517 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 62,517 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 60,827 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 60,827 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 59,282 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 58,802 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 57,320 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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YET 822T is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YET 822T, 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 YET 822T?

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What year was YET 822T registered?

YET 822T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 6 November 1978.

Is YET 822T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YET 822T shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YET 822T have outstanding finance?

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