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YWY 318L

1973 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,872 mi
Last recorded80,872 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWY 318L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2017 80,872 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 64,842 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 80,721 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 80,641 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 80,535 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 80,276 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 60,028 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 79,622 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 79,622 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 79,362 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 78,601 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 78,601 miles

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

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 318L is a 1973 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YWY 318L, 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 YWY 318L?

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What year was YWY 318L registered?

YWY 318L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 2 March 1973.

Is YWY 318L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWY 318L shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YWY 318L have outstanding finance?

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