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YVT 489M

1974 MG Mgb

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,939 mi
Last recorded50,939 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2024
Typical for 1974 MG Mgb46,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVT 489M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2024 50,939 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2024 50,939 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 50,521 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 50,489 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 50,285 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 50,263 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 50,232 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 50,155 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 49,691 miles

front suspension parts rusting

Fail 4 Mar 2011 49,691 miles

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

front suspension parts rusting

Pass 12 Mar 2010 48,750 miles

rear axle seals leaking

Pass 9 Mar 2009 47,819 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 47,819 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

osr and nsr back axle gear oil leaking onto back plates.

Pass 24 Aug 2007 47,109 miles

slight oil misting on osr and nsr back plates

Fail 24 Aug 2007 47,109 miles

Offside Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

slight oil misting on osr and nsr back plates

Pass 4 Aug 2006 46,540 miles

brake survo loose on brkt

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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YVT 489M is a 1974 MG Mgb in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1974 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 46,540 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YVT 489M, 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 52 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YVT 489M registered?

YVT 489M is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 15 February 1974.

Is YVT 489M safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVT 489M shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YVT 489M have outstanding finance?

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