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YTW 170S

1978 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

64,618 mi
Last recorded64,618 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYTW 170S
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 64,618 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2025 64,611 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 62,747 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2024 62,747 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Windscreen washer not working both sides (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 61,044 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2023 61,044 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 59,362 miles

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms inner bushes are deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Apr 2022 59,362 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arms inner bushes are deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 57,650 miles

Front suspension arm inner bushes deteriorated

Pass 27 Mar 2020 55,956 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 54,887 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 53,629 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 52,535 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 51,259 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 50,590 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 49,746 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 48,965 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 48,574 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 47,183 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 46,506 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 46,127 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 44,196 miles

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Fail 27 May 2006 44,149 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

offside front chassis corroded

radiator in poor condition †

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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YTW 170S is a 1978 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 44,156 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YTW 170S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 48 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YTW 170S registered?

YTW 170S is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 7 April 1978.

Is YTW 170S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YTW 170S shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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