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GYE 234J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

4,832 mi
Last recorded4,832 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2020
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYE 234J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2020 4,832 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 4,745 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 4,670 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 4,563 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 4,394 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 4,230 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 4,189 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 4,143 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 4,034 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 3,784 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 2,746 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 2,467 miles

off side steering rack gaiter twisted tracking out

Pass 28 Mar 2008 1,651 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 896 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 600 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 600 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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GYE 234J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 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 GYE 234J, 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 55 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 GYE 234J?

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What year was GYE 234J registered?

GYE 234J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 27 April 1971.

Is GYE 234J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYE 234J shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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