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YWG 189T

1979 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

60,678 mi
Last recorded60,678 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWG 189T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2018 60,678 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 57,216 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 54,705 miles

under side of car heavily undersealed

Pass 22 Aug 2015 49,286 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 45,321 miles

rear brake application slightly uneven

underside undersealed

Pass 31 Aug 2013 42,771 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 39,946 miles

underside car undersealed

Pass 26 Jul 2010 39,860 miles

FRONT TYRES GETTING LOW ON INNER EDGES

REAR TYRES GETTING LOW

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 14 Jul 2009 39,599 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES SLIGHTLY LOW ON INNER EDGES

BOTH REAR TYRES GETTING LOW

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 23 Jul 2008 39,246 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES SLIGHTLY LOW ON INNER EDGES

BOTH REAR TYRES GETTING LOW

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 19 Jul 2007 38,834 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES GETTING

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 3 Jul 2006 38,241 miles
Pass 24 May 2005 37,649 miles
Fail 24 May 2005 37,648 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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YWG 189T is a 1979 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1979 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,384 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 YWG 189T, 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 47 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YWG 189T?

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What year was YWG 189T registered?

YWG 189T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 16 January 1979.

Is YWG 189T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWG 189T shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YWG 189T have outstanding finance?

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