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YOO 896S

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,542 mi
Last recorded12,542 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYOO 896S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2017 12,542 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 12,099 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 11,545 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 11,470 miles

slight play in steering rack

Pass 6 Mar 2006 11,368 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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YOO 896S is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YOO 896S, 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 YOO 896S?

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What year was YOO 896S registered?

YOO 896S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1978.

Is YOO 896S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YOO 896S shows 5 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 YOO 896S have outstanding finance?

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