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YRP 372J

1971 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

12,199 mi
Last recorded12,199 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRP 372J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 12,199 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 12,154 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 12,115 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 12,060 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 12,031 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 11,941 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 11,877 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Oct 2018 11,758 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 11,659 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 11,183 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 10,901 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 10,550 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 9,840 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 9,206 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 8,269 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 7,732 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 7,732 miles

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 7,730 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 1 Apr 2010 7,730 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 7,354 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 6,954 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 6,954 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 6,929 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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YRP 372J is a 1971 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 YRP 372J, 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 YRP 372J registered?

YRP 372J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is YRP 372J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRP 372J shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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