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YSF 808S

1977 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

61,594 mi
Last recorded61,594 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSF 808S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 61,594 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 60,968 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear checkstraps poor.

Fail 8 May 2018 60,964 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nsr checkstrap poor.

Pass 27 Feb 2017 60,048 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 60,082 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 59,515 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Slight play in trunions

Underside has heavy coating making assment hard

Fail 29 Sep 2014 59,515 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Slight play in trunions

Underside caoted making hard too see

Pass 22 Jun 2013 57,322 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 56,749 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 17 May 2012 56,746 miles

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

Coolant leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

co level to high

rear brakes binding

Pass 6 May 2011 56,097 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 55,539 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 54,181 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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YSF 808S is a 1977 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 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 YSF 808S, 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 49 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 YSF 808S?

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What year was YSF 808S registered?

YSF 808S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is YSF 808S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSF 808S shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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