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JYM 119K

1972 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

85,787 mi
Last recorded85,787 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYM 119K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 85,787 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 85,189 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 85,129 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 85,129 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 85,101 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 85,101 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 85,070 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 85,070 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 85,052 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 85,038 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 85,038 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 84,943 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

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

Fail 18 Jun 2013 84,943 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 30 Aug 2011 84,927 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 84,927 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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JYM 119K is a 1972 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 JYM 119K, 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 54 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 JYM 119K registered?

JYM 119K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 27 March 1972.

Is JYM 119K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYM 119K shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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