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YKC 895J

1971 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

67,374 mi
Last recorded67,374 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2017
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKC 895J
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2017 67,374 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 66,903 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 65,473 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 64,488 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Slight oil leak at N/S/R brake backplate

Pass 25 Sep 2013 63,878 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 63,878 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 62,685 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 62,684 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

tailgate not fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Apr 2011 73,601 miles

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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YKC 895J is a 1971 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1971 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 39,353 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 YKC 895J, 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 55 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YKC 895J registered?

YKC 895J is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 5 May 1971.

Is YKC 895J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YKC 895J shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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