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YMO 16

1979 MG B GT

Green Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2024
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

65,650 mi
Last recorded65,650 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 1979 MG B GT52,668 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYMO 16
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2023 65,650 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 65,626 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 65,522 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 65,407 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 65,262 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 65,107 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 64,855 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 64,628 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 63,893 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 63,407 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 63,406 miles

Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 23 May 2007 63,239 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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YMO 16 is a 1979 MG B GT in Green with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1979 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 52,668 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YMO 16, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 47 years old, this MG B GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YMO 16 registered?

YMO 16 is a 1979 MG B GT, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is YMO 16 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YMO 16 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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