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YNR 534J

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

69,178 mi
Last recorded69,178 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNR 534J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 69,178 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 68,191 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 68,019 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 67,658 miles

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

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

all four tyres over 10 years old

rear axel propshaft diff seal leaking

Pass 14 Dec 2013 67,582 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 67,444 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 67,237 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 67,167 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 66,992 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2009 66,992 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2008 66,933 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2007 66,895 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 66,895 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 66,736 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 66,318 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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YNR 534J is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 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 YNR 534J, 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 55 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 YNR 534J registered?

YNR 534J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1971.

Is YNR 534J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNR 534J 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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