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YHY 868J

1970 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

13,612 mi
Last recorded13,612 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1970 MG Mgb31,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYHY 868J
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 13,612 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 13,292 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 12,981 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 12,753 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 12,145 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 11,142 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 10,934 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 9,909 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 8,500 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 6,993 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 5,217 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 3,176 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 534 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 78,941 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 76,220 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 72,394 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 72,357 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 72,357 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 27 Jun 2009 71,919 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 71,919 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 70,982 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 70,253 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 70,253 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 70,018 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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YHY 868J is a 1970 MG Mgb in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1970 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 31,791 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YHY 868J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 56 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YHY 868J?

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What year was YHY 868J registered?

YHY 868J is a 1970 MG Mgb, first registered on 22 October 1970.

Is YHY 868J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YHY 868J shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YHY 868J have outstanding finance?

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