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YJT 559N

1974 MG B GT

Gold Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,354 mi
Last recorded85,354 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1974 MG B GT43,430 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJT 559N
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1974
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 85,354 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 81,025 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 76,066 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 70,084 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 65,002 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 62,118 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 62,118 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 60,236 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 56,538 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 50,777 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 45,442 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70% worn (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front discs slight pitting

Pass 20 Jul 2015 37,415 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 33,206 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 33,206 miles

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 28,504 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 22,385 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 16,191 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 11,794 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 9,957 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 9,922 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 9,922 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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YJT 559N is a 1974 MG B GT in Gold with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1974 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 43,430 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJT 559N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 52 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YJT 559N?

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What year was YJT 559N registered?

YJT 559N is a 1974 MG B GT, first registered on 1 April 1974.

Is YJT 559N safe to buy?

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