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YOT 665J

1971 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

48,527 mi
Last recorded48,527 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2021
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYOT 665J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2021 48,527 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2020 47,813 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive overdrive unit (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2019 47,518 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 46,342 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 44,841 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 42,770 miles

slight lift front king pins

Pass 27 May 2016 42,704 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 42,459 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 41,669 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 41,439 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 40,853 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

wipers just clearing screen

Fail 12 Apr 2012 40,853 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

wipers just clearing screen

Pass 27 May 2011 40,490 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 39,454 miles

Oil leak

Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

long handbrake travel

slight bind to n/s/r brake

Pass 22 May 2009 38,019 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 38,016 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 29 May 2008 37,019 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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YOT 665J is a 1971 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YOT 665J, 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 YOT 665J?

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What year was YOT 665J registered?

YOT 665J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 21 January 1971.

Is YOT 665J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YOT 665J shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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