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YSF 835K

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,557 mi
Last recorded76,557 miles
Recorded on14 May 2013
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSF 835K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2013 76,557 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 76,365 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Sep 2012 76,360 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Sep 2011 74,563 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 74,133 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

offside rear tyre starting to deteriorate

Pass 30 Sep 2009 73,126 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 71,892 miles

sideways freeplay in handbrake lever mechanism

Pass 3 Aug 2007 71,682 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 71,680 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 71,483 miles

oil leak

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 835K is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 835K, 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 54 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 YSF 835K?

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What year was YSF 835K registered?

YSF 835K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 4 May 1972.

Is YSF 835K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSF 835K shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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