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YTY 481M

1973 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

48,665 mi
Last recorded48,665 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYTY 481M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 48,665 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 48,634 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 48,541 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 48,453 miles

battery trays corroded

front crossmember/subframe corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2013 47,894 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 47,340 miles

oil leaks engine & gearbox area,

Pass 16 Aug 2011 47,337 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 47,336 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Battery insecure

Handbrake travel long. Cracks in f/o/s and f/n/s tyre walls.

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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YTY 481M is a 1973 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YTY 481M, 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 YTY 481M?

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What year was YTY 481M registered?

YTY 481M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is YTY 481M safe to buy?

The MOT history for YTY 481M shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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