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LYY 723K

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

48,044 mi
Last recorded48,044 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2021
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYY 723K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2021 48,044 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 47,942 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 47,722 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2016 47,669 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak suspensio/shocker unit (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Electrical wiring deteriorated, likely to cause a short wiring behind dash smoking when indicators hazzards used (1.9.2b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) flexi brake hose ballooning at the crimp at the caliper end when in locks (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) flexi hose ballooning at the crimp at the caliper end (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush shocker link arm top bush (2.7.4)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 47,535 miles

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 16 Jun 2015 47,535 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 47,362 miles

HORN INTERMITTANT,N/S MIRROR LOOSE,

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 5 Jun 2014 47,362 miles

HORN INTERMITTANT,N/S MIRROR LOOSE,

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 47,132 miles

HORN EAK IN OPPERATION

INDICATORS SLOW,WASHER OPPERATION WEAK

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 46,962 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 46,939 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 46,742 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 46,742 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 46,714 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING RACK INNER JOINT O/S SLIGHT PLAY IN REAR WHEEL BEARING N/S/R

Pass 10 Jul 2006 46,610 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 46,602 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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LYY 723K is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 LYY 723K, 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 LYY 723K registered?

LYY 723K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 18 November 1971.

Is LYY 723K safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYY 723K shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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