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YMP 829H

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1860cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

16,196 mi
Last recorded16,196 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYMP 829H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,860cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 16,196 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 14,146 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 14,146 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured broken (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jun 2017 13,967 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 13,839 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 13,583 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 13,583 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 13,448 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 13,448 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 13,316 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 13,283 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 13,018 miles

slight leak from carbertor

Pass 9 May 2007 11,952 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 10,952 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 829H is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,860cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1970 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 35,160 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 YMP 829H, 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 56 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YMP 829H?

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What year was YMP 829H registered?

YMP 829H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 14 April 1970.

Is YMP 829H safe to buy?

The MOT history for YMP 829H shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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