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YNE 401S

1978 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,285 mi
Last recorded56,285 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNE 401S
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 56,285 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 56,285 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 55,995 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 55,900 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 55,837 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 55,819 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 55,640 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 55,634 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 55,615 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 55,560 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 55,474 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 55,340 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 55,339 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 55,251 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2010 55,251 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 55,191 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 55,188 miles

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

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Mar 2008 55,112 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 55,112 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 54,861 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 54,861 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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YNE 401S is a 1978 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 44,156 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YNE 401S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 48 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YNE 401S?

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What year was YNE 401S registered?

YNE 401S is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 28 March 1978.

Is YNE 401S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNE 401S shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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