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YKO 750J

1970 MG B

Green Petrol 1789cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

39,120 mi
Last recorded39,120 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKO 750J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,789cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 39,120 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2026 39,118 miles

Central Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 39,072 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2024 38,891 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 38,474 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 37,873 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 37,550 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 37,326 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 37,025 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 3 Nov 2015 37,020 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle Track rod end (2.2.D.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 36,794 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 36,482 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 36,236 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 35,962 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 35,660 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 35,227 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 34,310 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 34,310 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 33,773 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 31,705 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 29,548 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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YKO 750J is a 1970 MG B in Green with a 1,789cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1970 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 35,160 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 YKO 750J, 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 56 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YKO 750J registered?

YKO 750J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 19 October 1970.

Is YKO 750J safe to buy?

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