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YGB 875J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

27,069 mi
Last recorded27,069 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGB 875J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 27,069 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 26,759 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 26,620 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 26,546 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 26,480 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 26,331 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 26,305 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 26,231 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 25,794 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 25,332 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 25,332 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 28 May 2008 25,120 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 24,799 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 23,130 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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YGB 875J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YGB 875J, 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 YGB 875J?

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What year was YGB 875J registered?

YGB 875J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 February 1971.

Is YGB 875J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YGB 875J shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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