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GYV 607J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

7,432 mi
Last recorded7,432 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2025
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYV 607J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2025 7,432 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 7,385 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 7,305 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 5 May 2017 7,305 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released both (1.2.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

small split in wiper blade rubbers

Pass 20 Jul 2015 7,094 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2015 7,090 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 6,960 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 17 Jul 2014 6,960 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Fuel line would be better rerouted at the rear.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 6,704 miles

clutch pedal rubber missing

nearside front flexi brake hose slightly tight on full lock

rear exhaust mount perrished

Pass 30 Mar 2012 6,595 miles

windscreen marked and pitted

Fail 28 Mar 2012 6,595 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

strong advise o/s/r wheel binding

Pass 21 May 2008 6,583 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 6,485 miles

light scratching to windscreen n/s 'B' zone

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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GYV 607J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GYV 607J, 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 GYV 607J registered?

GYV 607J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 11 June 1971.

Is GYV 607J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYV 607J shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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