MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
96,497 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake cable mounting point deteriorated/slight movement
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Under body fully undersealed
Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Nearside All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Offside All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
How Reliable is the MG B?
Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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YUM 498S is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.
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 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 YUM 498S, 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.
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How do I check the history of YUM 498S?
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What year was YUM 498S registered?
YUM 498S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 24 February 1978.
Is YUM 498S safe to buy?
The MOT history for YUM 498S shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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