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YNP 842M

1974 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2019
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

28,775 mi
Last recorded28,775 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2018
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNP 842M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2018 28,775 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 28,775 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Anti-roll bar modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 26 Aug 2017 28,769 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking hose joint (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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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YNP 842M is a 1974 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1974 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 41,928 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 YNP 842M, 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 52 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 YNP 842M?

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What year was YNP 842M registered?

YNP 842M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 2 January 1974.

Is YNP 842M safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNP 842M shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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