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YHO 835R

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,298 mi
Last recorded12,298 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2007
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYHO 835R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2007 12,298 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2007 12,288 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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YHO 835R is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 YHO 835R, 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 YHO 835R?

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What year was YHO 835R registered?

YHO 835R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1977.

Is YHO 835R safe to buy?

The MOT history for YHO 835R shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YHO 835R have outstanding finance?

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