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111 YYB

1971 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

5,285 mi
Last recorded5,285 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2019
Typical for 1971 MG Mgb30,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration111 YYB
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2019 5,285 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 5,047 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 4,774 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 4,773 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt near side track rod end gaitor split open (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 4,626 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2016 4,626 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 4,232 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 3,947 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 3,820 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 3,082 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 39,568 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 38,218 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 37,494 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 37,346 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 37,120 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 14,082 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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111 YYB is a 1971 MG Mgb in Red with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1971 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 30,770 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 111 YYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 111 YYB?

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What year was 111 YYB registered?

111 YYB is a 1971 MG Mgb, first registered on 2 November 1971.

Is 111 YYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 111 YYB shows 16 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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