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YJH 949K

1972 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

58,315 mi
Last recorded58,315 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJH 949K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 58,315 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 51,437 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 69,407 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 68,318 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 67,129 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 66,375 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 65,835 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2013 65,835 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 54,928 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 64,868 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 54,701 miles

wear in n/s king pin .. REPACKING WITH GREASE IS ADVISED!!!!!!!

wear in steering rack

Fail 30 Jul 2008 54,701 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

wear in n/s king pin .. REPACKING WITH GREASE IS ADVISED!!!!!!!

wear in steering rack

Pass 20 Jul 2007 64,233 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 63,878 miles
Pass 6 May 2005 63,861 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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YJH 949K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 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 YJH 949K, 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 54 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJH 949K registered?

YJH 949K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 March 1972.

Is YJH 949K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJH 949K shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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