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YEG 591J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,698 mi
Last recorded52,698 miles
Recorded on2 May 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYEG 591J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2017 52,698 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 52,002 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 51,396 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Mar 2014 51,084 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 47,755 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 47,486 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 46,705 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 46,036 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 45,306 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 9 Feb 2009 45,306 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 44,904 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 44,765 miles

hazards flashing fast

Pass 20 Jun 2005 44,624 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2005 44,618 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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YEG 591J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YEG 591J, 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 YEG 591J?

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What year was YEG 591J registered?

YEG 591J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 29 January 1971.

Is YEG 591J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YEG 591J shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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