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YGW 497S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,986 mi
Last recorded92,986 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2014
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGW 497S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2014 92,986 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 18 Jul 2013 92,954 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 92,954 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 92,699 miles

slight play offside front lower king pin

Pass 10 Oct 2008 92,002 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 90,626 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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YGW 497S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YGW 497S, 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 YGW 497S?

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What year was YGW 497S registered?

YGW 497S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 25 October 1977.

Is YGW 497S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YGW 497S shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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