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YNA 478M

1973 MG B

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

89,096 mi
Last recorded89,096 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2023
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNA 478M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2023 89,096 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 88,959 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 88,558 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 88,121 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 87,260 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 85,539 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 83,443 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 63,101 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 82,746 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 82,746 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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YNA 478M is a 1973 MG B in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1973 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,472 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 YNA 478M, 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 53 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YNA 478M?

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What year was YNA 478M registered?

YNA 478M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 10 August 1973.

Is YNA 478M safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNA 478M shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YNA 478M have outstanding finance?

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