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YFY 835M

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,559 mi
Last recorded89,559 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2009
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFY 835M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,948cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2009 89,559 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 89,549 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 89,549 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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YFY 835M is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 41,928 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 YFY 835M, 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 52 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YFY 835M?

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What year was YFY 835M registered?

YFY 835M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 24 May 1974.

Is YFY 835M safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFY 835M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YFY 835M have outstanding finance?

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