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YON 459J

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,824 mi
Last recorded12,824 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2022
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYON 459J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2022 12,824 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 12,813 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 12,757 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 12,750 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 12,589 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 12,518 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 12,480 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 12,473 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 12,287 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 12,005 miles

Oil leak

gearbox oil leak

parking brake performance only just meets required standards

Pass 17 Apr 2012 11,794 miles

gearbox oil leak

Pass 23 Mar 2011 11,198 miles

Oil leak

oil leak from gearbox

oil leak from rear diff

Pass 13 Apr 2010 10,680 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 10,581 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 10,252 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 10,131 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 9,776 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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YON 459J is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YON 459J, 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

How do I check the history of YON 459J?

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What year was YON 459J registered?

YON 459J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is YON 459J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YON 459J shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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