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YMP 255T

1979 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

87,634 mi
Last recorded87,634 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYMP 255T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2019 87,634 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2019 87,634 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 May 2018 86,983 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 86,931 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 86,908 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 86,891 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 86,852 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 86,828 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 May 2008 86,802 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 86,732 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 86,662 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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YMP 255T is a 1979 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1979 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,384 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 YMP 255T, 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 47 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 YMP 255T?

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What year was YMP 255T registered?

YMP 255T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is YMP 255T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YMP 255T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YMP 255T have outstanding finance?

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