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GYE 239J

1971 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,912 mi
Last recorded36,912 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYE 239J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 36,912 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 36,880 miles

Nearside Rear brake bind

Offside spot light not working

Pass 19 Jul 2014 36,859 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 36,512 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 35,940 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 5 Jul 2011 35,940 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 35,710 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 35,302 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 34,776 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 May 2008 34,755 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 34,638 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 33,945 miles

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 239J is a 1971 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 239J, 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

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What year was GYE 239J registered?

GYE 239J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 20 May 1971.

Is GYE 239J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYE 239J 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.

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