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YPM 155T

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 3900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

23,762 mi
Last recorded23,762 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2023
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYPM 155T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2023 23,762 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2016 23,598 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2015 21,017 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight leak from nearside rear hub seal

Pass 9 May 2014 20,377 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight leak nearside rear hub seal

Pass 2 Jul 2013 19,633 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside rear hub seal leaking

Fail 27 Jun 2013 19,625 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside rear hub seal leaking

Pass 3 Apr 2012 18,695 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 17,909 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

advice tracking check

n/s/r inner wheel arch corroding

slight play in front king pins

spare tyre flat

Fail 8 Oct 2010 17,907 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

advice tracking check

n/s/r inner wheel arch corroding

slight play in front king pins

spare tyre flat

Pass 8 Oct 2009 17,139 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 17,183 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2009 17,183 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 15,570 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 15,570 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 20 Jun 2007 13,774 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2007 13,774 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 12,892 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 12,892 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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YPM 155T is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 3,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 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 YPM 155T, 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 YPM 155T?

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What year was YPM 155T registered?

YPM 155T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 30 September 1978.

Is YPM 155T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YPM 155T shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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