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YAP 40J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

11,262 mi
Last recorded11,262 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2024
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAP 40J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2024 11,262 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 11,253 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 10,981 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 10,790 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 10,561 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 10,559 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 10,464 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 10,339 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 10,067 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 9,831 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 9,782 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 9,681 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 9,494 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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YAP 40J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YAP 40J, 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 YAP 40J?

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What year was YAP 40J registered?

YAP 40J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 February 1971.

Is YAP 40J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAP 40J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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