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YNE 288S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2018
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,466 mi
Last recorded74,466 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNE 288S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2017 74,466 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 74,421 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 74,391 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 74,374 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 74,355 miles

All tyres starting to perish

Pass 30 Jul 2012 74,243 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 74,214 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 74,164 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 74,122 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 74,068 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 73,716 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 73,533 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 73,024 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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YNE 288S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YNE 288S, 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 YNE 288S?

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What year was YNE 288S registered?

YNE 288S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 November 1977.

Is YNE 288S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNE 288S shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YNE 288S have outstanding finance?

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