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YGA 716J

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,128 mi
Last recorded54,128 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGA 716J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 26 May 2017 54,128 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak engine area ? and rear differential? ()

Pass 17 May 2016 52,773 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 51,855 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

battery inscure

slight engine and gearbox oil leak

Pass 13 Jul 2010 49,742 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

both front tyres singns of perishing and cracking tyre wall and tread area

n/s front king pin slight lift

n/s rear tyre signs of cracking in tread pattern

o/s rear tyre on 3.00mm tread depth

rear prop shaft both universal joints have slight play

slight play in rear diff.

slight roughness in steering rack

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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YGA 716J is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YGA 716J, 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 YGA 716J?

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What year was YGA 716J registered?

YGA 716J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is YGA 716J safe to buy?

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