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YNF 746T

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,364 mi
Last recorded7,364 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNF 746T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 7,364 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2019 7,364 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 6,491 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 5,154 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 3,301 miles

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 2,118 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 928 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 390 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

offside front track rod end boot contacting inner wheel rim

offside sill holed but not within 30cm 0f suspension or seat belt mountings

Fail 22 Apr 2013 390 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

offside front track rod end boot contacting inner wheel rim

offside sill holed but not within 30cm 0f suspension or seat belt mountings

Pass 26 Apr 2012 357 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 357 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Track rod end inappropriately modified (2.2.C.1e)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 15 Apr 2011 119 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 15 Apr 2011 119 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 22 Sep 2009 4,931 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 99,681 miles

casle rails need tiding up

Pass 2 May 2007 98,701 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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YNF 746T is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 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 YNF 746T, 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 48 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 YNF 746T?

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What year was YNF 746T registered?

YNF 746T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is YNF 746T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNF 746T shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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