6th July 2026
Mick Breare Obituary
I had intended to devote this month’s notes to our AGM, but we cancelled it when we heard of the sad and sudden death of our friend and fellow committee member, Mick Breare. Mick died on Monday 22nd June, shortly after being taken by ambulance to hospital.
Mick was born in Lewisham and lived in the village of Chaldon, near Caterham in Surrey. In his working life he had been, amongst other things, a policeman and a business consultant; but above all he was a mechanic and a petrol-head.
Mick bought his YB, that he called Olive, in 2018, after advertising for a Y in the Register ‘Wanted’ ads. As well as his YB, and smart red MGCGT, he owned a DKW 1000S. Mick was far from a ‘once a year’ user, regularly driving his cars to shows, runs and international events. He was active member of the MGCC South East Centre, South East Natter and the DKW GB Club; his workshop was full of Best in Show certificates and many other awards and rosettes. In May he drove the recently resprayed Olive to Brive-la-Gaillarde, south of Limoge, for the MGCC European Event of the Year 2026. It involved, among other things, a drive down of almost 700 miles and dressing all in white at the event dinner. The former he enjoyed, the latter he didn’t! He proudly showed his MGCGT at Leamington Car Show on the day before his death.
He had driven it on our jaunt to Jersey in 2022. Here he met and began a lasting relationship with Jo Birkbeck, attending events in his cars or in Jo’s YT. They became close, Jo told me, because they had both lost life partners and, ‘No one else really understands what that feels like.’ They took on the role of Spring Run organisers, creating interesting, trouble free events in new parts of the country, enhanced by Mick’s quizzes. Mick was always accompanied by his beloved dog, Lottie until she sadly passed away.
Mick and his late wife Ros had no children; he is survived by his brother Gary and niece Sarah.
Our condolences go to his family and to Jo, and I’d just like to end by saying, ‘Goodbye mate.’
Click on photos to enlarge and read description
1st July 2026
The Y Register Shop will need to temporarily close later this month .
Many thanks to Keith Powell our outgoing shop keeper who has done a great job for us over the past 5 years.
Once our stock has been transferred to Kimber House our shop will re-open running along side the Main Club shop.
24th June 2026
Mick Breare RIP
It is with great sadness that I have to report that Mick Breare died suddenly this week.
With respect to Jo Birkbeck his partner and his family we have decided to postpone the Registers AGM which was scheduled to be held next week.
YA For Sale
Y-type MG, 1947 in two tone green.
posted on our For Sale page
32st May 2026
Spring Run Report
A report and gallery of photos has been added to the Events page
A Full report has been published in the June edition of Safety Fast.
12th May 2026
The MGCC Y Type Register AGM POSTPONED
Final date for the MGCC Y REGISTER AGM 2026
to be published in June Safety Fast Magazine
Date Sat July 04 2026
Time Starting 11.30 am UK Time
Venue The MG Car Club Ltd
Kimber House, Cemetery Road
Abingdon,Oxfordshire
OX14 1 AS
For those unable to attend Kimber House, you can join the meeting by zoom
To register your attendance or for zoom access please email the Y Register Chairman, Maggie Grafham @ grafham.margaret@gmail.com
MGCC membership number must be provided
An email link for zoom and copies of documents will be sent 28th June.
AGENDA
Apologies for absence
Approval of the previous AGM Minutes
Matters Arising
Chairman’s Report
Treasurer’s Report and adoption of the accounts
Registrar’s Report
Election of Officers
Election of Committee
Any Other Business
NOTE Nominations for the Committee and Officers should be sent to the Chairman by June 07 2026 email grafham.margaret@gmail.com
7th May 2026
The MGCC Y Type Register AGM
MGCCY REGISTER AGM 2026 postponed as above.
Date Friday July 03 2026
Venue The MG Car Club Ltd
Kimber House, Cemetery Road
Abingdon,Oxfordshire
OX14 1 AS
Time Starting 18.30 UK Time
For those unable to attend Kimber House, you can join the meeting by zoom
To register your attendance or for zoom access please email the Y Register Chairman, Maggie Grafham @ grafham.margaret@gmail.com
MGCC membership number must be provided
An email link for zoom and copies of documents will be sent 28th June.
AGENDA
Apologies for absence
Approval of the previous AGM Minutes
Matters Arising
Chairman’s Report
Treasurer’s Report and adoption of the accounts
Election of Officers
Election of Committee
Any Other Business
NOTE Nominations for the Committee and Officers should be sent to the Chairman by June 07 2026 email grafham.margaret@gmail.com
24th April 2026
The MGCC Y Type Register AGM
Postponed until further notice
A new date will follow shortly.
24th April 2026
MG Y Register Shop
Our Shop web page is undergoing maintenance until further notice.
17th April 2026
Wanted
Peter Jones urgently requires a set of YB brake shoes. details
7th April 2026
Postponed until further notice
The MGCC Y Type Register AGM
Agenda for the 34th Annual General Meeting
4.15pm. Saturday 9th May 2026
Wroxton House Hotel
Nr Banbury, Oxfordshire OX15 6QB
- Welcome / Present
- Apologies for absence
- Approval of Minutes of the 33rd AGM
- Matters arising from the 33rd AGM
- Chairman’s Report
- Treasurer’s Report
- Shop Report
- Technical (Web/Facebook) Report
- Registrar’s Report
- Other Committee Members Reports – (Scribes, Events)
- Election of Officers – Chair, Treasurer, Secretary
- Election of other Committee Members
- AOB
- Date of next meeting
Nomination for election to the committee and AOB agenda should be submitted to Register Secretary by 5th May 2026. Please include your MGCC membership number.
All communications, queries and questions to Jo Birkbeck,
email: jobirkbeck@hotmail.com
22nd February 2026
Dennis Doubtfire’s YB is now up for Sale
13th February 2026
Boot Hinges wanted
Ken Watson is still looking for a right hand boot hinge.
1st February 2026
Y do it, Y entered, Y did it 3 times!
If you have read the abbreviated version of Mike Dalby’s experiences of rallying in a Y type in Safety Fast you may wish to read the full version here.
28th January 2026
Boot Hinges Wanted
19th January 2026
Dennis Doubtfiire Obituary
Dennis’s full obituary has now been added to the archives page
Click here for an interesting read
20th December 2025
New Q&A posted
12th December 2025
Dennis Doubtfire
1931 -2025 
It is with great sorrow that I have to tell you that Dennis Doubtfire passed away on Tuesday 9th Dec. He was feeling perfectly fit in the morning but became ill and passed away after being taken to hospital.
I know many of you knew him well and those who never met him are very aware of his great contribution to the register, to the Y type’s continuing existence and to the friendly community that exists around our cars.
In 1991 Dennis was the leading light in forming the present Y Type Register. Together with Colin Rea, he gathered interested Y owners together and formed the first Y Register committee. Their first major event was a Tour of Brittany in 1992 by 6 Y saloons, this was followed by the first Spring Run in 1997 when 39 cars attended to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Y, The Y Register became so successful that it was awarded the Nuffield Gold Cup by the club directors the following year.
Although having been unable to drive his YB for some years, Dennis could not bring himself to part with it. He continued to follow Y Register activities with great interest and passed his considerable collection of Y memorabilia to us 3 years ago.
He was a lovely gentle man and Y owners will remember him for many years to come.
RIP Dennis.
12th December 2025
The MGCC Y Register would like to wish all it’s members and and Y owners everywhere a very
HAPPY CHRISTMAS
M.G Car Club Y Type Register Spring Weekend and AGM
Fri8th, Sat 9th & Sun 10th May 2025
Please add these dates to your diary. Go to our Events page for more details and an application form
14th October 2025
More Parts for Sale 
Radiator and Spare Wheel cover
14th June 2025
For the more technically minded
A new Q&A has been added to our Technical page.
Title
Cylinder head gasket, Head surface thickness and Compression ratios.
10th June 2025
Spring Run 2025
Peter Sharp has written a report on the Spring Run Weekend
Click hear to view the report and gallery of photos.
7th June 2025
Committeee Changes
Following the recent AGM the Contact Committee Page has been updated.
13th May 2025
Friday 8th – Monday 11th August 2025
Llanerchindda Farm Tour of Mid Wales
See events
This Event is now fully booked but if you would like to go on the waiting list for news of cancellations please contact the Farm.
We have had a cancellation and a twin room is now available.
Please phone 01550 750274 to book and email Peter petervielvoyeAT blueyonder.co.uk to let him know you will be joining the party.
Spring Run Weekend
Following a very successful Spring Run weekend, at the AGM the following changes to the committee were confirmed.
Chairman Maggie Grafham
Vice Chairman Peter Sharp
Secretary Jo Birkbeck
Treasurer Keith Powell
Outgoing incumbents were thanked for the work and time they had put in
A full report will be published asap.
The Registrars Report has been added to the Registration Page.
26th April 2025
MG Y type Radiator re-cored
Re-cored radiator for sale. Never used. Surplus to my requirements. £425. Can bring to Spring Run.
https://www.mgccyregister.co.uk/parts-for-sale-wanted/
15th April 2025
Y Type Register Call Notice for Register AGM.
Date: 10th May 2025
Venue: The Clive Arms Hotel, Broomfield, Ludlow. Shropshire. SY8 2JR
Time: 16:15
- Apologies for absence
- Minutes of last AGM
- Chairman’s Report
- Secretary’s Report
- Treasury Report
- Registrar’s Report
- Webmaster Report
- Other Committee Members Reports
- Election of Officers
- Election of Committee
- Any Other Business
Nomination for election to the committee and AOB agenda. Should be submitted by Register Secretary by 6th May 2025, include your MGCC membership number.
All communications, queries and questions to Peter Sharp, email address sharp.famATbtinternet.com
Chris Callaghan, Chairman
24th November 2024
A Laycock Overdrive for a XPAG Y Type
Geoff May has fitted a Laycock Overdrive to his Y. He has kindly added details to our Technical Page
6th September 2024
A date for your diary
Next years Spring Run Weekend 9th/10th/11th May 2025
Ludlow area
More Parts For Sale
A Chance to acquire a couple of hard to find YA half shafts, and other.
Click hear for details
28th June 2024
John Wallace in Aus is looking for a rear door striker plate for an MG YA
20th June 2024
Another extensive range of spare parts for sale in Shropshire
13th June 2024
Engine for sale has been added to our For sale page
10th June 2024
An extensive range of Y and T type spares and literature have been posted for sale on our For Sale and Wanted page
21st May 2024
The Registrars Report for 2024 has been published
Click here to read the report and view the distribution of cars
13th May 2024
MG YB FOR SALE sale agreed
6th May 2024
The Y register has been donated a range of Y parts and books. After sales at the Spring Run there are still some for sale including a Let There be Ys
SOLD
10th February 2024
Two new Q&As have been added to the Technical Page
29th January 2024
The Contact Committee page has been updated and now includes Mick Breare and Jo Birkbeck as new members.
20th January 2024
There is a new Q&A re The YB Front Hub Nut on the Technical Page
9th December 2023
SPRING RUN 2024
The 2024 Spring Run is back in Wiltshire near Cirencester and will be viewing the White Horses carved into the Downs before it arrives at the National Trust property Avebury Manor.
Please see the Events page for full details and application form
14th November 2023
Parts for Sale
Two MG YA & YB front wings. Very sound, no rust, need painting, £10 each. Two front shrouds, similar condition, also £10 each.
11th July 2023
Wanted complete YA interior
8th July 2023
MG YB Rolling Chassis for Sale
details
27th June 2023
Radiator Grill and Body Parts for sale 
details
21st June 2023
New Q&A Posted
Cylinder head gasket round hole/oval hole. Rocker shaft. Cam followers. Tappet noise
13th May 2023
Parts wanted for a YT
details
8th May 2023
A New Q&A has been added to the Technical page
Questions re steering wheel and radio aerial.
5th May 2023
Spare Tyre cover wanted for a YT
details
24th April 2023
Silverstone Parade Lap 2022
This video has just come to light. Last year was the 75th anniversary of the Y Type and we were invited to do a parade lap of Silverstone. It was quite exciting and although it looked slow we were going about 45 mph which was fast enough on the corners, we were led round by a guide who governed the speed. I was driving the 4 men in a YT in front of the camera. video of parade lap Silverstone 2022
1st April 2023
Almost a free car with the body below
Free YB doors ready to collect
1st April 2023
Free YA Body Shell ready for collection.
details
7th March 2023
MGCC Y Type Register Call Notice for Register AGM.
Date: 13th May 2023
Venue: Hatton Court Hotel, Upton St Leonards, Gloucestershire. GL4 8DE
Time: 16:15
Apologies for absence
Minutes of last AGM
- Chairman’s Report
- Secretary’s Report
- Treasury Report
- Registrar’s Report
- Webmaster Report
- Other Committee Members Reports
- Election of Officers
- Election of Committee
- Any Other Business
Nomination for election to the committee and AOB agenda. Should be submitted by Register Secretary by 6th May 2023, include your MGCC membership number.
All communications, queries and questions to Peter Sharp, email address sharp.fam@btinternet.com
28th February 2023
A chance for a bargain YA restoration project. Owner needs it gone.
Click here for details
Location Norwich
25th February 2023
Wanted check straps for a YB front door
If you can help please click here for details
16th February 2023
More early Y Register videos have come to light
We have converted them to a digital format and they can now be viewed by all on You Tube.
Brittany Tour 1992 This tour was replicated in 2012 by the late David Pelham. Those who attended with him may well recognise some of the earlier venues.
The Dales Run A Y Register event from 1993
The Gold Cup Celebration Run. In 1998 the the Y Type Register was awarded the MGCC Nuffield Gold Cup for being the Register that had best promoted the MG marque. A Gold Cup Celebration Run was then held at Bourton on the Water in Gloucestershire.
15th February 2023
Spring Run Dinner Menu
The menu for the Spring Run dinner has been added to the Events Page Spring Run details
14th February 2023
YA Differential for Sale
The YA differential for sale on out Cars and Parts for Sale page has now been reduced to £60
25th January 2023
Lost video comes to light
Click here to take a trip down memory Lane and view this excellent video of the 2007 Spring Run held at Charlcote Park.
13 January 2023
New Restoration Tool for sale in our shop
A tool set to remove and replace the bushes in the pedal box is now available. Also the correct pedal shaft bushes.
click here to go to our shop for details
1st January 2023
Please contact Maggie Grafham if you are thinking of attending this event.
MG Centenary Launch Event
British Motor Museum Gaydon.
Saturday 27th May 2023
11th December 2022
More Parts For Sale
Bill Bennett has sold his YA and has some excellent spares for sale including an xpag engine brand new bonnet catches and a copy of Let There be Ys
3rd December 2022
A new Q&A has been posted.
28th November 2022
2023 SPRING RUN WEEKEND
24th M.G Car Club Y Type Register Spring Weekend
Sat13th & Sun14th May 2023
Down load a flyer / entry form here
The 2023 Spring Run starts just South of Gloucester from the Hatton Court Hotel https://hatton-court.co.uk/ and the run is to Chedworth Roman Villa. https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/chedworth-roman-villa which is cradled in a beautiful Cotswold valley and is considered to be one of the grandest Roman villas in Britain. read on
27th November 2022
A new Q&A has been posted.
How to replace Rear Hub Oil Seal
11th October 2022
MG YA DIFFERENTIAL FOR SALE
Click here for details
25th September 2022
Yet another New Article from Neil
Semaphore Trafficators
20th September 2022
Another New Article from Neil
Short or Long Reach Spark Plugs
19th September 2022
QUEEN ELIZABETH 11
Today we bury our Queen. May She Rest in Peace.
18th September 2022
A new article from Neil Cairns on how to replace a leaking Jackall ram seal has been added to the Technical Pages.
2nd September 2022
For Sale
YA Restoration Project Reduced now only £2000 for quick sale
Bereavement forces the sale of a very early YA (Y 0515). The car has been partially dismantled and all parts removed have been carefully stored. Work has been undertaken on the engine. There is a V5 in the late owners name. Please see the photographs of the car. The asking price for the car is £2500. In the first instance please contact Chris Callaghan on 01865 820 312.
28th August 2022
You can now view the 75th Anniversary Brochure on this site
Click here to view
27th August 2022
MG YB FOR SALE
18th August 2022
An Article by Neil Cairns has been posted on the Technical Page
1) XPAG Engine Steady Bar diagram.
The XPAG Steady Bar
8th August 2022
4 YB and YA Wheels FOR SALE
15th July 2022
Spring Run Report
Peter Sharps SF report on this years Spring Run has been added to the Events Page
1st July 2022
19 – 21 August 2022
Triumph and MG Weekend @ Stafford Showground ST18 0BD
https://triumphandmgweekend.com/
2022 is the Y Types 75 Anniversary and we are trying to raise the profile of our beloved motors
From Maggie Grafham Events Coordinator MG Y Reg
I need some cars committed to appearing during two slots each day (Sat / Sun) in the arena. Firstly at 10:40 for the pre-war – 1949 cars. I appreciate Y -types are right at the end of this era for their launch, but it saves them getting swamped by all the 50s and 60s Sportscar of the next slot.
Then finally, at 13:00 we are doing a parade of MGBs and I would like them to be led in their pageant by J2s (90yrs) and Y-types (75yrs). At this point, all the owners will be able to join us for a cake cutting and some champagne in the arena, but the detailed interviews will have been done in the morning slot.
The times and plan are the same for both days.
This relatively new event – First time last year at Malvern – has lots to offer for both car fans and the rest of the family from Auto jumble and car gymkhanas to dog shows and scalextric competitions
Please support us. Contact me grafham.margaret@gmail.com
Maggie G.
5th June 2022
The AGM took place on the Saturday of the Spring Run Weekend.
It was well attended by members who were enjoying the Spring Run Weekend
Chris Callaghan was elected as Chairman all other posts stayed the same.
Distribution of Live cars Data 22
MGCC Y Type Register Chairman’s Report 2022
28th May. 2022
YA Restoration Project For Sale
Wanted Wooden door cappings
25th May 2022
Spring Run Report and Pictures
Mike Brown’s YT sets off on the Spring Run
!7th May 2022
Y Type wings FOR SALE
2nd May 2022
FOR SALE Y Type radiator with complete chrome grille cover including cap and badge.
12th April 2022
For Sale
Gear box, Prop Shaft, Gear box cover, and clutch friction plate.
26th February 2022
Jerry’s Funeral and Celebration of His Life
[25/02, 21:05] Jo Birkbeck: On Friday 11th March there will be a celebration of Jerry Birkbeck’s life, held at Oakley Wood Crematorium, North Chapel at 3pm.
You are welcome to dress brightly, because Jerry brought a smile to so many! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜
Donations, if desired, can be made via
www.justgiving.com/Jerry-Birkbeck-prostatecanceruk or
www.justgiving.com/Jerry-Birkbeck-guidedogs
If you would like to join the funeral remotely, please contact me for the link.
Thank you
Jo, Kate Liptrot, Hannah and Charlie Norman, Jerry Birkbeck xx
[25/02, 21:08] Jo Birkbeck:
17th February 2022
Jerry Birkbeck
Last week we heard the very sad news that Jerry had lost his battle with cancer and died on February 5th. Below you can read the obituary that Peter Sharp has written for the March edition of Safety Fast. below that is a message from Jo about his funeral arrangements.
In February’s Safety Fast, Jerry Birkbeck announced that he would no longer be the Y Register Scribe and that I would be taking over. I am very sad to use my first post to say that Jerry died on Saturday 5th February, peacefully at home with his family. He would have been 76 on the 10th of February. I’m sure that all those who knew Jerry, and that’s a lot of people, wish to send condolences to Jerry’s wife Jo and to all his family. He will be a great loss to the MG world, to the Y Register especially, as well as to all those who knew him in all his other passions. Jerry was a charming man and a good friend who held, and expressed, strong opinions while remaining amusing and funny. I knew him from the time I bought my Y Type fifteen years ago and enjoyed his company on the Spring Runs he and Jo organised for years, on Y Register holidays and on Llanerchindda Farm tours. We on the register committee will miss ‘Jerry’s Rants’ which were a regular part of our meetings and which survived even the Zooms we have had in recent years. They were usually directed at people or organisations that he felt were being incompetent or unfair and I’m sure many ears burnt in the distance when he was on form.
He helped and advised me when I began to organise Autumn Runs for the register and supported me when I organised trips abroad. His Spring Run tulip maps always seemed to have one mistake in them so I have always put one in mine, just to honour him.
There was always something a little chaotic about Jerry, he was always late for meetings and events, so much so that we got to the point of telling him that meetings started earlier than they did, so that he’d be there in time. What could have been exasperating in anyone else was somehow endearing in Jerry. He had an impish charm that could get away with anything.
In his last emails, he said that he had had an enjoyable life and that, as a practical man, he accepted what was going to happen to him and that we shouldn’t feel too bad for him. All the same, we will miss him greatly. There have been lots of comments about Jerry since we heard of his death. One that summed up what we all thought was from Neil Cairns, his predecessor as scribe; ‘We’ve lost a real star’.
(It is customary in these sorts of announcements to say that the person, ‘Passed away after a short illness’, or ‘After a long illness borne bravely.’ I won’t do that. Jerry died as a result of prostate cancer. This is a major cause of death for men over fifty so if you are in that age group, please get checked up.)
The picture here shows Jerry with the things he was passionate about; he is in his MG TC with family (in the car are Jo and granddaughter Isla), wearing a rugby shirt. In the background there is a finial from a railway signal showing his love of railways, real and model. And of course he is smiling.
Funeral arrangements
Having had to rearrange things several times we now have finalised the details. It’s a celebration of Jerry’s life, so anything colourful will be appreciated.
Friday, 11th March, 3.00pm at
Oakley Wood Crematorium, Bishops Tachbrook, Leamington Spa. CV33 9QP
Afterwards at ‘The Wild Boar’,
Lakin Road, Warwick. CV34 5BU. Parking is fairly limited so parking in town and walking (not that far) may be an option.
Thanks,
Jo , Kate, Hannah and Charlotte
Jo Birkbeck, 9 Green Lane, WARWICK, CV34 5BP
21st January 2022
New Q&A on our Technical Information Page
Question re. Oil pressure gauge being slow to register.
29th December 2021
Jackall Tube Nuts Threads and Sizes
A new page has been added to the Technical Information pages about thread sizes. Click here to view
24th December 2021
The MGCC Y Type Register would like to wish all Y owners a very Happy Christmas and a New Year that will hopefully see many more of our cars back on the road again.
24th November 2021
A chance to buy an original ashtray.
Both parts for sale
13 September 2021
MG YB FOR SALE
click hear for details
4th September 2021
Body parts for sale
click here for details
14th August 2021
23rd M.G Car Club Y Type Register Spring Weekend
Sat14th & Sun15th May 2022
We will be holding our traditional weekend with the register AGM followed by the dinner on the Saturday evening and a road run on the Sunday. Please find all the details and entry form on our events page
We welcome all Y owners to attend the Dinner and Run to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the MG Y Type.
9th Aug 2021
A New Q&A has been added to the Technical Page
Starter Motor Removal
2nd Aug 2021
A New Q&A has been added to the Technical Page
6th July 2021
Engine steady bracket posted for sale
21st April 2021
Y Seats and sunroof for sale
Click here for details.
5th April 2021
NOTICE OF A GENERAL MEETING CONVENED BY REQUISITIONING MEMBERS OF
THE MG CAR CLUB LIMITED (THE “COMPANY”) PURSUANT TO SECTION 305 OF THE
COMPANIES ACT 2006
The MGCC Registers have been asked to post notice of the above meeting. full notice
Club members they can attend the online meeting but need to register ahead of the meeting. The meeting arranger handling registrations is Lorraine Noble-Thompson. The registration form
For Information and support click here
24th March 2021
MGCC Y Type Register AGM 2021
The Y Register AGM will be held on Saturday 15th May at 11:00am via Zoom. Anyone (other than committee members) wishing to attend should contact Peter Sharp sharp.famATbtinternet.com (the zoom host) with their MGCC Membership Number, at least 5 days before the meeting, so that the Agenda and Zoom invites can be sent out.
Any member interested in joining the committee should email the chairman Chris Callaghan chrismgabingdonATyahoo.co.uk New blood will be very welcome.
16th March 2021
Calling Notice
Further explanation for those interested in club politics. pdf 1 pdf 2
15th March 2021
Calling Notice for a General meeting of the MGCC Council
Following a PR dispute over the breaking of covid lockdown rules at Kimber House, three directors have resigned. Concerned members have called for a General Meeting of the Council and they have asked that this calling notice be posted on CRB websites.
22nd February 2021
New owners Gallery Entry
David Hague has added is YB to the Owners Gallery
30th January 2021
Fitting Electronic Ignition for the less confident Y owner.
If you are looking for a something to make use of the time provided by Lockdown you may wish to consider fitting Elecronic Ignition to your Y. A new “How To” has been added to our technical page that is aimed at the less confident mechanics among you.
31st December 2020
Fitting Jackall Ram seals
An Alternative method for fitting Jackall ram seals has been added to our Technical Page
More parts for sale
Click here for details
18th November 2020
Website changes
In order to keep up with technological advances the presentation of this site has had to be changed. Please accept that some pages may still need editing to bring them in line with the new format.
8th November 2020
Wiring Diagrams
A full set of 7 Y Type Wiring Diagrams have been posted on our Technical information page.
7th november 2020
Q A posted to Technical page
1st October 2020
More Parts for sale
MGYB Parts for Sale:
MGYB Rear near side wing
Complete bonnet top & 1 side
Original Owners Manual
Reprint of Owners Manual
10th September 2020
For Sale MGYB Chassis
Offers for an MGYB part chassis with corresponding log book.
1st Sept 2020
The Classic Y Magazine Index.
26th August 2020
Rob King RIP
Some years back The MGCC Y Reg had an immaculate rolling chassis on show at Silverstone MG Live. It was the early stages of Rob Kings YA restoration. When it was finally completed it was on show again in all its magnificence at the NEC Classic car show. Unfortunately, Rob never got to drive it as his legs were too long and it was sold for a record price to a collector. Rob moved on to restore other classics and we lost touch with him. It is with great sorrow that we have just found out that Rob died last year after a two year battle with Motor Neurone Disease. Our sympathy to Carol his wife and family and our thanks to Carol for sending us these photos, a fitting reminder of Rob
22nd July 2020
WANTED Complete set of “The Classic Y magazine”.
I would like to purchase a complete set in reasonably good condition of “The classic Y Magazine” from issue No 1 Feb 1978 to issue No 204 June 2009. I am prepared to negotiate a fair price and pay P&P.
Please contact Thierry DECERISY t.decerisy@orange.fr
27th June 2020
Wanted Front brake Back plate for a YA/YT
THIS IS A RE-POSTING OF THIS ADVERT PREVIOUS REPLIES HAVE BEEN LOST, PLEASE RE SEND IF STILL AVAILABLE. APOLOGIES FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE.
8th June 2020
For sale 1949 mgYT
Offers over £20K
For all the details and more photos click here.
3rd june 2020
A New article has been posted on the Technical Page
How to remove pedal box chassis bushes
Rare old stock new parts for sale
Pair of head light lens and chrome rim details
1st june 2020
The CLASSIC Y MAGAZINE
The final Volumes 28 to 31 of the classic y magazine have been added. click here to read
27th may 2020
Wanted Front brake Backplate for a YA/YT
Details, information and price to:
Jerry Birkbeck
07855566325/ 01926 258691
Email: birkbeckjerryATgmail.com
24th May 2020
The distribution of live cars 2020
Chris Callaghan our Registrar has published the latest figures for 2020
Voting has started on our Spring Run competition
9th may 2020
MGCC Y Reg Spring Run.
Today would have been the start of our popular annual event the Y Spring Run weekend. Sadly it was postponed due to coronavirus, but all is not lost. To mark the occasion we are launching a Virtual Spring Run competition “I WOULD LIKE TO TAKE THAT Y TYPE HOME “
Spring Run veterans will know that on the morning of the Spring Run all the entrants are asked to inspect the proudly lined up cars and vote for the YA, YB and YT they would most like to take home. To beat the Coronavirus we will attempt to do the same thing using social media and we are inviting all Y owners worldwide to enter their cars. All that is needed is access to a Facebook account.
We have started a Facebook Group called MGCC Y Type Spring Run.
To enter the competition:-
- From your own Facebook page search for MGCC Y Type Spring Run.
- Click the “join” button and agree to the rules.
- When you are accepted into the group post up to 6 photos or a video of your car stating the name of the owner, the model YA, YB or YT and the registration number.
- Entries will close at midnight (BST)on Friday 22nd
- Voting starts on Saturday 23rd
- To vote for the car you would most like to take home in each model category YA YB YT click the “like” thumbs up button found under its entry photographs.
- The winners will be the car in each category with the most votes at midday (BST) Saturday 30th
The winning cars will be featured on the various Y Type social media outlets and in the following Safety Fast Magazine.
This is a light hearted attempt to beat the virus and all owners are asked to respect the format and abide by the rules of fair play and the spirit of the competition.
6th may 2020
The MG Y Register Committee is following this coronavirus directive from MGCC
The current Coronavirus outbreak and the Government restrictions have many implications on how the Club and its Centres, Registers, and Branches, operate as it will be impractical to meet some of the requirements of the Club Rules and Articles of Association. An example of this being the requirement for an AGM to be held within fifteen months of the previous meeting (Article 94).
The Executive Committee is therefore instructing that all physical CRB meetings are cancelled and that the business of all CRB committees is carried out by email, until the Government’s Coronavirus restrictions are lifted.
The requirement to carry out elections to these CRB committees is also suspended, and the current post holders may remain in post until six months after the Government’s Coronavirus restrictions have been lifted. This shall also apply to any individuals who have been co-opted to CRB committees, or individuals who the CRB committee decides to co-opt during the period of these restrictions. The provisions of Articles 99 and 100 will apply as of the AGM following the lifting of restrictions.
Additionally during this period of restrictions, Article 101 shall be extended to allow the making of routine decisions by a quorum of committee members using virtual means. The quorum shall comprise two officers and one committee member as appointed by the CRB Committee. All decisions of such a quorum shall be recorded and circulated to all CRB committee members and the Secretary of the Club.
The Club’s Memorandum and Articles Sub-Committee has been re-instated to give guidance on procedural issues within the Club during this period of restrictions.
There is the possibility that, if required, the nominated Council voting members may be asked to vote on some key issues by email to ensure the democratic running of the Club continues during the current period of Government restrictions.’
2nd May 2020
A new Q&A has been added to the Technical information
Inner track rod ball joint adjustment click to read
1st May 2020
The CLASSIC Y MAGAZINE
Volume 25 to 28 of the classic y magazine have been added. click here to read
22nd April 2020
The CLASSIC Y MAGAZINE
Volume 23 and 24 of the classic y magazine have been added. click here to read
17th April 2020
Wanted. Two original ivory front seats or covers
24th March 2020
FOR SALE
YA/YT Differential pinion taper roller bearings
Click here for Details
17th March 2020
Spring Run Cancelled
Hello all,
It is with great sadness that we have had to cancel this years Spring Run Weekend, scheduled to be held on the 9th and 10th May. The safety and wellbeing of MG Y Register members is paramount. The run venue Coomb Mill is closed for the foreseeable future. And the MSA have revoked all Certificates of Exemption, which are required for a Road Run.
The cancellation of the Spring Run Weekend has not put any financial pressure on the Register. Y Register Members who have paid for the Saturday night meal and road run can either leave the money for next years event. Or you can be refunded by contacting the Register Treasurer Mike Longman at
I have re-booked Middle Aston house for next years Spring Run Weekend. The date of the 2021 Weekend event is the 8th and 9th May.
I wish you all well and hope that we can meet up again in the not to distant future.
Best wishes to all
Chris Callaghan
MGCC Y Register Chairman
13th March 2020
MGCC Y Type Register AGM
Postponed until further notice
Due to CORONA crisis
Venue: Middle Aston House, Bicester, OX25 5PQ
Date: Saturday 9th May 2020
Time: 16:30
Agenda
1. Welcome and Apologies for Absence
2. Review and Approval of Minutes of 2019 AGM
3. Chairman Report
4. Treasurer Report
5. Election of Officers and Committee Members
6. AOB
Peter Sharpe Secretary
8th march 2020
MG Y TYPE DOORS. BUY FOUR GET FOUR FREE
For Sale
One complete set of MY Y Type doors in good condition, stripped and in primer. I have another set in not so good condition which you can take away for free; good source of spare parts! £80.00. click for more details
1st March 2020
Q&A update
Q&A re suspension bushes has been added to the Technical Information Page
Events 2020
The Events page has been updated
29th february 2020
Peter Arnell Obituary
Jerry has written an obituary for Peter Arnell which is also posted in our Archive. Please also see the funeral arrangements below.
PETER ARNELL
(1944-2020)
Peter Arnell died on February 12th at the age of 75 from heart failure after struggling with throat cancer and heart problems. He was a prominent figure in the MG world.
He was a very bright pupil at school who opted to enter banking rather than attend university. He progressed quickly before becoming a successful broker on the Stock Exchange. The changing face of the institution in the late 1980s did not appeal and he found himself in a very different world and took early retirement.
His interest in cars and MGs in particular began in his early teens and he owned a range of models including most of the T Series and later models. He had an MG or MG’s in his garage from those teenage years through to his death. He was very much involved with the South East Centre of the MG Register. He is though, particularly remembered through his long term ownership (well his wife Suzie’s!) 1952 MG YB. The car was found in a small village garage in Surrey on a run organised by the SE Centre. They were driving their early NB at the time.
The YB hadn’t been run for many years but was being gradually restored. It was acquired by Peter and Suzie after the owner offered them a deal they couldn’t turn down. So in mid 1995 a different MG entered the Arnell’s life. Their then 43 year old YB (Chassis no. YB0858), with just 37,000 mile under its belt, joined the rare four seater NB. This was followed by an MGBGT and so provided an eclectic gathering of MGs at their Surrey home. The YB proved to be an inspired choice as now the couple have added a further 80,000 plus on her mileage with trips into Europe and around the UK.
Peter was Chairman of the MGCC Y Register for over 5 years during the early 2000s , a job which he undertook very efficiently. His wide range of contacts within the MG world was particularly effective in promoting the Y Type.
In 2010 Peter and Suzie left Surrey and moved to village life in rural Shropshire, a different but inspired choice where a good size garden and well appointed garage accommodation were especially valued.
It was here that they could both enjoy their love of gardening, the opportunity to exercise their border collie and to maintain their collection of MGs, a Morris Traveller and an AC Greyhound.
Peter will be sadly missed by his wife Suzie and wider family in particular, but also by his range of MG friends and many others. Peter was a true gentleman who thought about and cared for others. A very sad loss. Peter will be cremated with his ashes spread at Shelsey Walsh.
Jerry Birkbeck
Peter at the wheel of his NB, Suzie sat behind with great friends Jack and Molly Murray
Peter and Suzie’s sun bronze YB
21st February 2020
Peter Arnell’s Funeral
Ben Arnell, Peter’s son has asked for this notice of Peter’s funeral to be circulated to all his MG friends.
Dear friend of Peter
As you all know, Peter (Dad) sadly died on Tuesday 11th February.
To celebrate his life and to pay our respects we are holding a Humanist funeral service for him on Thursday 5th March at 2.15pm at Hereford Crematorium; and after a wake at the Bay Horse pub (3 minutes drive from the crematorium – HR4 0SD) from 3pm. https://www.bayhorseinnhereford.co.uk
We are requesting people not to wear black; and not to bring flowers. There will be a place available for donations to the British Heart Foundation if anyone wishes.
We are producing a book of photos from yesteryear for Peter; if anyone has any good photos – please e-mail them to me as soon as you can. The book will be available for people to look at at the service and wake.
If anyone would like to say a few words or has any memories that I can share at the funeral service – again, please let me know.
We hope you can make it, please let me know either way as there will be light refreshments at the wake and we need an indication of numbers. If you can see from the e-mail addresses we’ve missed someone out please feel free to forward this e-mail – especially car club members!
Thank you
Suzie, Dan and Ben Arnell x
For sale Y Type Radiator and chrome Shell
18th February 2020
FOR SALE MGYA 1949 Victoria Australia
The car is in good condition and has new tyres fitted. The brakes are in need attention and some work is needed on the gearbox. There is a full Workshop Manual with the car and the car is currently unregistered.
15th February 2020
FOR SALE. 1952 MG YB saloon car.
13 february 2020
Classic car oil
An article about classic car oil has been added to our Technical information page under SERVICING.
If you use oils branded as CLASSIC CAR OIL eg Halfords and others, you may be interested to read this article that expresses concern about the correct zinc content.
10th february 2020
Ray Cotter’s YB
Ray Cotter’s YB at Stoneleigh 2020
Ray Cotter’s YB won the best MG at the Stoneleigh MG and Triumph Day yesterday.
9th february 2020
The manchester xpag project Book and website
The Manchester XPAG Tests have now been published as a book. This is due out soon. Paul Ireland has created a website:
https://classicenginesmodernfuel.org.uk/ that hosts a bulletin board to back-up the book.
2nd Jan 2020
Half Shafts For Sale;
There are 2 half shafts, used but in good condition – I would like £50 each for them. Details
7th January 2020
A new Q&A has been added to the technical page
Poor starting, Carburettor Jet
QUESTION;-
My Y is very difficult to start. I had my local garage fit new cork washers to the carburettor jets and since then I’ve had the problem…
31st December 2019
HAPPY NEW YEAR TO EVERYONE
Here’s an interesting picture past on to us. Apparently it is not know to our Register.
Good afternoon, This attached photograph of this YA has been posted today on a Facebook page intended for articles of Exeter historical interest, but intended for the building NOT the car! However hopefully it will be of interest to members of the Y-Type Register.
23rd December 2019
The CLASSIC Y MAGAZINE
Volume 22 of the classic y magazine has been added. click here to read
14th december 2019
Wheel, bonnets and door cards for sale
Peter Sharp has started to sell off his surplus spares. If you read his article in Safety Fast this month about the restoration of his YB, you will remember he told of how he had accumulated a huge stock of Y parts. If there is anything you need it could be worth emailing him. See details.
10th December 2019
The Y Type pedal box
The article on how to refurbish the Y Type Pedal Box published in this months Safety Fast has be added to the Technical page under Brakes.
21 november 2019
For sale re chromed bumpers
A chance to spruce up the ends of your Y. see details
sold
19th november 2019
2020 Spring run weekend entry form
The entry form and details of next years Spring Run Weekend have been posted on the Events Page
!2 November 2019
Isle of Man report from Peter Sharp
The MG Y Type Register Isle of Man Tour 2019
There was a time on the ferry from Liverpool to Douglas when I regretted organising a tour of MG Y Types to the Isle of Man. That time was when sick bags started being handed out and the horizon rose up and disappeared suddenly and violently, at the front and then at the sides. Beneath me on the car deck there were 15 MGs and a 1937 Riley…..
Owners with their cars wave to Peter
10th October 2019
The manchester xpag project 
The MGCC Y Register has been helping to sponsor and promote the Manchester XPAG project since its start. Paul Island tells me that he has updated the Manchester XPAG test article, strengthened the recommendations and included an appendix giving practical advice on rebuilding and tuning SU carburettors. This will be published as book by Veloce Publishing called “Classic Engines, Modern Fuel” due out in February 2020 https://www.veloce.co.uk/shop/products/productDetail.php?prod_id=V5590&prod_group=Cars%20Vans%20&%20Trucks&
9th October 2019
Another article from Neil Cairns has been posted on our Technical page
DIY Servicing, Greasing the car
16th september 2019
PHOTOS FROM THE ISLE OF MAN TOUR
3 September 2019
JACKALL SPARES.
If you have been inspired by Neil’s latest article on refurbishing the Jackall pump you will be wanting to purchase the three pump seals and the shaft seal. Our shop no longer supplies them due to product liability issues however our stock has been purchased by the MG Octagon Car Club where they are now available at comparative prices. You will need to be a member of the Octagon club to purchase them. The other Jackall parts that we supplied are also available including the ram seals, the flexible hose and the tube nuts and olives for the pipe work. We have left details of all the items on our website to help you decide what it is you need.
Membership of the octagon club could well be an option if you are regularly in need of Y type parts as they carry a comprehensive range at invariably the best price.
Our shop still supplies the transfers for the hydraulic fluid tank and a reproduction of the original publication of the Jackall Service Manual.
31st August 2019
And yet another new article from Neil
The Jackall Pump fitting new seals.
If you have been meaning to have a go at your malfunctioning Jackall pump this is the article to give you the confidence to get started.
22nd August 2019
Another new article from Neil
MOT Exempt. All you need to know.
Even if you have your Y MOT tested every year you will find this an invaluable check list as I am pretty sure not many test stations would pick up all these points.
17th july 2019
A new article from Neil
If you read this article I can guarantee that the next time you go to re-fuel your car you will think of Neil.
Miss-Fuelling (Putting in the wrong fuel).
What to do if you do it.
31st July 2019
The mg Y register Shop
The MG Y Register Shop has been closed since the 20th June 2019 as the Y Reg committee have been unable to find a volunteer from the membership to take over its administration. However we have now arranged for the MGCC Shop to take it over and we are in the process of transferring control.
Please accept our apologies for the inconvenience this has caused. We hope to have it back up and running as soon as possible.
31st July 2019
A NEW Q&A HAS BEEN ADDED TO OUR TECHNICAL INFORMATION PAGE
3rd July 2019
y Spring Run dates for 2020
The 2020 Y Register Spring Weekend is confirmed as the 9th and 10th May 2020. Entry forms will be available in the Autumn. There will be a small rise in the entry fee for the Spring Run on Sunday. This is due to the rise in the cost of the rally plaque.
2nd July 2019
YB WHEEL WANTED
Wanted a 15 inch spare wheel for my YB with or without a cross ply tyre, as I need a spare that fits inside the wheel compartment. Click to contact Jeff Brodrick
25th June 2019
The CLASSIC Y MAGAZINE
Volumes 11 to 21 of the classic y magazine have been added. click here to read
8th June 2019
The CLASSIC Y MAGAZINE
Volumes 7 to 10 of the Classic Y Magazine have been added, click here to read
In 1978 John Lawson formed and then ran the MG Y Type Register. John provided his members with monthly magazines called ‘The Classic Y’ which was produced using the technology that was available to him.
These have been reproduced in PDF format. Sometimes the originals we obtained were good, sometimes not so good. Some of the information contained in them has now been improved on in other places. This collection provides the MG Y owner with historical source documentation. Certainly, every current MG Y owner owes much to John’s foresight into appreciating our great cars. The originals used to make these PDFs have come from the collections of Paul Barrow, David Mullen, Adam Lombard and Mike Silk who now owns the copyright to them.
A new QA has been added to our Technical Information page
9th May 2019
A report of the Spring Run Weekend has been posted.
6th May 2019
MGCC Y Type Register AGM
The Registrar’s and Chairman’s Reports reports have been added to the site.
Spring Run 2019
Our annual Spring Run was once again a great success. Twenty two Ys gathered at Cricklade House Hotel in Wiltshire ready for the run to Sudeley Castle in Winchcombe Gloucestershire. This Photo shows Jo Birkbeck waving off the first cars. You can see many more owners pics and videos on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/320184455362224/
1st May 2019
FOR SALE : MG YA 1951 IN GOOD CONDITION:
For € 8300 (£7200) in new parts and hundreds of working hours, ranging from a new gasoline tank (made on order), new 
exhaust, new rubbers, new lights, chrome, brake lines and pumps to new original tires. For € 6,000 (£5200) a completely new interior, consisting of front seats, rear seats, door panels, liner and restoration woodwork. To protect everything neatly, a customized Car Cover in corresponding colours.
This YA starts, drives and stops well, it is an honest, good car that is looking for an enthusiast who wants / can take good care of it.
Click for more details
28th April 30 2019
New Q&A on Jackall Fluid
22nd April 2019
Notice
The MGCC Y Type Register has to day posted a Disclaimer on its website and Face Book Group.
DISCLAIMER
All articles, advice on technical matters and contributory material appearing on our Website and our Face Book Group are the personal opinions of the authors concerned and not the MG Y Type Register of the MGCC. Its Directors, Officers, Employees or individuals cannot be held responsible in any way for information posted or published therein.
Member or readers wishing to carry out any tasks outlined in Technical Advice and Support articles should ensure they have the necessary skills and equipment to do so safely. The MGCC Y Type Register accepts no responsibility for any injury or damage, however caused, in the process of following guidance offered in good faith in these articles and posts.
Always seek advice from a competent person before doing anything that could affect the safety of your car.
15th April 2019
Q&A on Clutch Judder and plate sizes
2nd April 2019
Two new Q&A on electrics
Windscreen wiper motor cut out – Sluggish starter motor. Click here for more details
29th March 2019
Interesting find from Peter Sharp
I recently came across two Y types lurking in pictures in non MG books. One is from a book on Tyne and Wear (that’s in the North Chris) trams that belonged to my dad and shows DHH 916 in Derwent St. Sunderland 1953 (maybe DMH). The other is from a book on London stations and shows a YB which looks like UMG 168 (165,166,160?) outside Bayswater Station, Queensway in 1961
Peter Sharp
27th march 2019
Annual General Meeting
Official Notification
MG Y Register AGM
Venue: Cricklade House Hotel, Cricklade
Date: Saturday May 4
Time: 4:45pm
Agenda
- Apologies for absence
- Approval of the 2018 AGM minutes
- Matters arising from previous minutes
- Chairman’s Report
- Secretary’s Report
- Treasurer’s Report
- Regalia Report
- Election of Chairman, Secretary, Treasurer and Committee
- Any Other Business
Nominations for committee and AOB items should be forwarded to the Secretary no later than May 1 2019.
Our AGM is held on the weekend of our Spring Run and Presentation Dinner.
MGCC members are invited to the meeting on the Saturday afternoon. Any member wishing to join the committee would be very welcome. We are particularly looking for some one to take over our Register shop. If you are in anyway interested and would like more information please contact Mike Silk by clicking “Y Type Register Shop” on the side menu.
Any member with IT skills would be very welcome to help with running our website.
15th march 2019
New Q&A posted
QUESTION;-
I am still not sure about the piping. Is the piping supposed to be one complete piece running from the front wing, more
6th march 2019
NGK Spark plug data for y types
The Technical information page now has a link to NGK spark plug data for Y types and classic cars
More parts for sale
click for details
18th february 2019
YA Diff wanted
See parts for sale and wanted
16th february 2019
Obituary Richard Dick
Please take time to read Jerry’s thoughts on the passing of a long time Y enthusiast.
RICHARD DICK
(1924-2019)
Richard Dick, a long time lover of automobiles in general and M.G.’s in particular, sadly died on Thursday 31st January at the age of 94, just four months after his wife Nicole pre-deceased him. more
2nd February 2019
Manchester XPAG PROJECT
Paul Island has sent us the final part of the project labeled CONCLUSION. Well worth a read especially if you are having vaporization problems. Click here to read.
31st december 2018
More PARTS FOR SALE
Following the sale of YB 0279 to facilitate the purchase of an MG VA, I have the following for sale. I will consider sensible offers: Mike Long click for details
20th December 2018
Y Reg Events for 2019
Details of next years events have been posted on the Events Page including
- The Spring Run Dinner and AGM.
- MG Live
- Y Reg Tour of The Isle of Man
13th December 2018
Andrew Coulson’s YA
A letter from Arlene
Dear MG lovers
I thought I would let you know that I will be selling Andrew’s MGYA in the new year. Unfortunately I do not drive her and
she needs to be active!
So I asked Bernard Meynell to come and look her over for a price etc. He thought it better to wait until Spring to advertise but we also thought to get the word out in case anyone is looking. This did happen with Andrew back in 1997 when Dennis Doubtfire told him of the little darling at Harrogate!
After seeing her and a quick drive, Bernard thought of advertising at just under £10,000. I have now completed all the paper work, books, trophies won for the sale and have included all the Monte 1999 rally.
She will need a trip to the garage especially for the brakes-this was not a surprise to me as Andrew always checked them after a spell of non-use! But David Powell, our Ripon garage, agrees better to wait until advertised. If a buyer appears before the garage is prepared for the work-he is very helpful.
So please can you spread the word and I am happy to receive emails dvrarlene@btinternet.com -subject MGYA- but I do check spam!
Thanking you all for your help and wishing you a wonderful Christmas and New Year
Love
Arlene xxxx
3RD dECEMBER 2018
Parts Wanted
Wanted boot lid and spare wheel cover/lid for my YB. Good (ish) condition please as I could rebuild mine but would prefer ones that no not need repair.
dETAILS
5th november 2018
Jackall ram seal fitting
To help purchasers of our ram seals a page on how to fit them has been added to our Technical page under Jackall Repairs
19th September 2018
Q&A added re YA front brake upgrade to YB
11TH sEPTEMBER
Q&A added re corroded fuel pipe in tank
10th September
Free to Collect morris 10 engines
7th September 2018
Parts for sale in axminster Devon
For more pics and prices click here
7th August 2018
FOR SALE 1951 MG Y TYPE
The car is rust free, Mechanically perfect and essentially original…..read more
3rd AUGUST 2018
MG YA workshop manual for sale
Maroon original copy, pages are mint but cover is tatty. £25 plus P&P. Contact Pat on 01525 382347.
2nd August 2018
Celebration of 1948 Motor Show by RREC at Stamford
MGCC was invited to show examples of 1948 production cars at the above event at the beginning of July. Both the T 
register and the Y register attended
Photo attached shows the splendid 1948 maroon and black YA belonging to Simon & Jane Barrett from Oxfordshire and Little Gem standing behind with Burleigh House as the backdrop.
2nd August 2018
New Q&A posted
My question is, if you removed the cylinder head and found all four bores were heavily stamped +.0005 what would you expect the bore size to actually be, read more
30 July 2018
Free to a good home Two XPJM 1140cc
Disposing of two XPJM 1140cc engines. Mostly complete. Absolutely free to collect, although you’ll need some help with you to lift them. Contact Peter Sharp on 01525 861652 or 07725 631718.
23rd July 2018
Removing the Gearbox
13th July 2018
Y’s to Bedfordshire Spring Run 2018
Jerry's report on this years Spring Run, first seen on the Octagon Bulletin can be read here.
12th July 2018
YB 1048
Mick Breare as the new owner of YB 1048 has sent in an update to the Owners Gallery.June 2018: Here is Olive. A matching numbers car with its original registration, buff log book, full ownership history from new and two folders of receipts going back many years. Present mileage shown is 105,000 miles which, based on old MOTs from1987 (79167 miles) and condition of the interior may well be correct. Originally supplied by Braid Brothers Garage in Colwyn Bay to a Mr David J Clegg of Prestatyn in March 1953 who kept Olive for only 7 months before selling it. During its early years it found a new owner every two to three years so I assume that there were a few folk with sufficient disposable income around at that time. To read more click here
11th July 2018
For Sale Radiator cover and YB front wings.
9th July 2018
For Sale YB 1953 £3000
An easy restoration project due to its originality, Has a very sound chassis, engine not running due to cylinder head being removed for inspection, comes with complete TD twin carb set up, old filter housing and manifold etc, Doors, boot lid and sills have had previous repairs and still need work, One seat frame needs one bottom tube reattaching, Dashboard is complete with all instruments Jackall system is complete and in place but untested, Headlining intact but dirty, The front grille is in great condition with good chrome, New stainless steel exhaust included, For more details click here.
4th July 2018
Llanerchindda Weekend Report and Photos
This year’s visit to Llanerchindda will undoubtedly be remembered for the glorious weather. For me, in the YT, it was four days of wonderful warm, shirt sleeve driving, and for the Y saloons their wind out windscreens and sliding sun roofs got unprecedented use. At the farm the newly refurbished terrace in front of the extended dining room had constant use for morning briefings and afternoon tea, the wonderful view of the Cynghordy Viaduct valley under cloudless blue skies with the Black Mountains in the distance had never been clearer. It was set to be enjoyed by all….. read more
11th june 2018
John Lawson’s “The Classic Y” Newsletters – 1978 – 1983/4
The MG Car Club Y Type Register and the International MG Y Type Register have been working together now for some time on a project to bring all the back issues of John Lawson’s “The Classic Y” into the public domain. We are pleased to announce that the first 6 volumes of from February 1978 to December 1983 are now available on both the MG Car Club Y Type Register and the International MG Y Type Register. Further releases will be made soon so please check back periodically.
24th May 2018
For sale Y type radiator and chrome surround in good condition £120
SOLD
24th May 2018
Little Gem flying the flag at Croft Castle on the MG South West Centre Wye Valley run on Sunday.
Note Paul and Maggies grandchildren driving and taking grandparents and dad for spin?
15th May 2018
Y Reg Spring Run, Dinner and AGM
A message from Chris and Annette Callaghan
Both Chris and I would like to thank everyone who was on the Spring run this weekend, especially Peter and Gillie Sharp for all their help organising the road run on Sunday. Local knowledge is key.
The awards this year were as follows: Car of the year was awarded to all the participants of the Round Britain Relay. Jack Murray Helping Hand Award was awarded to Maggie Grafham. YA trophy was awarded to Bill and Jan Taylor. YB trophy was awarded to Alan Chick. YT trophy was awarded to Mike and Sue Silk. The Alan Chick Piston Broke Award was not awarded for the run however unfortunately our car has suffered a mechanical mishap which resulted in our car being relayed home on the back of a large AA flatbed lorry. So we have decided to award ourselves the piston broke award for this year.
20 Y types made the Spring Run this year and although they experienced a wet start on Saturday the sun came out on Sunday and everyone enjoyed an excellent run to Shuttleworth where a fantastic collection of early aircraft made very interesting viewing.
The AGM went to plan with all the committee happy to carry on for another year. We were treated to the after dinner entertainment post meeting, as Nick Sharp had a gig to perform at later in the evening, local folk songs were enjoyed by all.
more photos
8th May 2018
YA for sale
Slater Reynolds has regrettably put his YA up for sale, click here for details.
radiator and chrome surround for sale
Y type radiator and chrome surround in good condition £120
Tricia Roseby
Aston Lodge
NG229LU
07963524490
18th April 2018
extracts from ‘S J Perelman – a life’
Click to read about Sydneys trip from Paris to Peking in his YT.
Mike Silk has added extracts from Sidney Perelman’s Biography to the previous Safety fast Notes.
10th April 2018
7 Ys brave the rain at Brooklands MG Era Day
Fran Smith with his YB
5th April 2018
Free to a good home YA front wings
Mike Silk wants to get rid of these YA wings Yorkshire area.
Phone 01924 373866
30th March 2018
Manchester XPAG Tests
Fuel and Tuning – Part 3 Cyclic Variability & Ignition Timing has now been added to the Technical Page
2nd march 2018
Old friend of the Y Register visits
Victor Rodrigues, over from Switzerland talks to Jerry at the Stoneleigh MG Show last month.
1st March 2018
Manchester xpag project
Paul Ireland has sent us the latest report from the XPAG project. The second part of the one we have been waiting for, SOLUTIONS click here to read part 2 of 3.
26th February 2018
Update of Registrars Report 2017
During the past year, we have gained information on a number of cars that were previously unknown to the Register. We now hold information on a total of 1,190 “live‟ cars worldwide an increase of 14 on last year’s figures. read more
29th January 2018
Update to Suppliers Page
I have just collected my rear bumper bar and over riders for my YT from Bob Cooper Chrome Restoration Services, he has done a great job at a very reasonable price, so I have added his details to our Suppliers Page.
Peter
Chrome Restoration Services. Bob Cooper 34L Bayton Road, EXhall, Coventry’ CV7 9EJ Telephone 024 7636 4004 Mob 07544 954906
25th January 2018
For sale page update
The YB for sale in our for sale page has been reduced from £9.500 to £8.500
22nd January 2018
Manchester xpag project
Paul Ireland has sent us the latest report from the XPAG project. The one we have been waiting for, SOLUTIONS click here to read part 1 of 3.
18th January 2018
New rules for Historic Vehicles
I hope you are all following the Roadworthiness Testing articles on the FBHVC website < www.fbhvc.co.uk > and how the new rules soon to be introduced by DVLA affect the classification of a “Vehicle of Historic Interest” (VHIs). The relevant regulations are The Motor Vehicles (Tests) (Amendment) Regulations 2017 No.850. Section 7 deals with VHIs and road fund licenses and the exemption of an MoT. The ‘exemption’ for the current pre-1960 for an MoT is to be withdrawn, without examination of their ‘originality’. It is to be replaced with a new ‘exemption’ for vehicles over 40 years old which qualify as Vehicles of Historic Interest by reason OF NOT HAVING BEEN SUBJECT TO SUBSTANTIAL CHANGE (my capitals). Only changes carried out after 1988 will be considered. “Substantial Change” is the key word here, you need to read that regulation to see what is and what is not acceptable. If the vehicle has been changed substantially, it will get a Q plate and be subjected to the requirement for an MoT and not be tax-free. I bet that made a few of you sit up? It will be on a ‘self examination’ system but be warned, if you lie on the form and they find out, you will be charged with Fraud (tax evasion) and get a criminal record.
What amazes me is that so few people even know of this rule change.
Neil
15th January 2018
Jackall Ram Seals
The Y Register Shop now supplies Jackall Ram seals. The rubber seal replicates the original, giving a broad sealing surface on the ram. The retail price is £12.50 and completes our Jackall restoration range. Our prices are kept to a minimum and any profits are used to source and manufacture further parts for Y types. Members of the MGCC are eligible for a 5% discount. Go to our shop to order.
The picture shows how these seals work compared to those previously available.
12th January 2018
Wanted
Mike Breare is still looking for a good solid Y type with its original registration number and engine. He haas missed a couple and had an offer accepted on another but sadly the owner changed his mind. Any help would be appreciated and he can be contacted on deek@oneuk.com or 07958 770617
Mick Breare
3rd January 2018
Y Ledger Records
These have been added to the Technical Information Page under Introduction & Buyers’ Guides
1st January 2018
A Happy New Year to everyone
We have a new QA on INSTALLING A HEATER