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YGK 858G

1969 MG B Roadster

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2024
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

84,591 mi
Last recorded84,591 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2023
Typical for 1969 MG B Roadster38,115 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGK 858G
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1969
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2023 84,591 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 83,859 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2021 83,855 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

vehicle running rough and only just idling

washer jets poorly aimed

Pass 17 Mar 2020 83,092 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2020 83,092 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 82,500 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 81,585 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 81,585 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Jul 2017 81,435 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 81,411 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust mount perished

wiper blades poor

Pass 21 Jul 2016 81,191 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 81,186 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 80,858 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 80,501 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 80,225 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 79,986 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 79,986 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

offside rear brake performance low

Pass 2 Sep 2011 79,022 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 78,717 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2010 77,964 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2010 77,964 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 77,404 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 76,820 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 76,420 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 75,226 miles
Pass 11 May 2005 74,866 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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YGK 858G is a 1969 MG B Roadster in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 1969 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 38,115 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YGK 858G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 57 years old, this MG B Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YGK 858G registered?

YGK 858G is a 1969 MG B Roadster, first registered on 18 April 1969.

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