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YFC 991R

1977 MG B

Beige Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,986 mi
Last recorded92,986 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2008
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFC 991R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2008 92,986 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 92,984 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 91,370 miles

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 91,064 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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YFC 991R is a 1977 MG B in Beige with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 YFC 991R, 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 YFC 991R?

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What year was YFC 991R registered?

YFC 991R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 11 May 1977.

Is YFC 991R safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFC 991R shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YFC 991R have outstanding finance?

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