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YTT 848K

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

24,797 mi
Last recorded24,797 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2023
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYTT 848K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2023 24,797 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 24,652 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 24,178 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 23,173 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 23,142 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 23,037 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 23,029 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2011 23,029 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 22,995 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 22,590 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 22,587 miles

front brake pads low

surface cracks both rear tyres

Fail 21 Aug 2007 22,585 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

front brake pads low

surface cracks in both rear tyres

Pass 14 Aug 2006 22,572 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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YTT 848K is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 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 YTT 848K, 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 55 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 YTT 848K?

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What year was YTT 848K registered?

YTT 848K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 15 September 1971.

Is YTT 848K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YTT 848K shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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