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YWY 272S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

50,798 mi
Last recorded50,798 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWY 272S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2017 50,798 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 50,778 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 50,751 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 50,724 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 50,693 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 50,662 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 500,609 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 50,580 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 50,547 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 50,514 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 50,479 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 50,439 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 50,393 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2005 50,343 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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YWY 272S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YWY 272S, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YWY 272S?

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What year was YWY 272S registered?

YWY 272S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 11 April 1978.

Is YWY 272S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWY 272S 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 YWY 272S have outstanding finance?

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