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YUN 789L

1972 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

32,926 mi
Last recorded32,926 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYUN 789L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 32,926 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 32,023 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 30 Apr 2024 32,022 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 May 2023 31,481 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 29,531 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 27,935 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 27,564 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 26,507 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 25,991 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 24,379 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 23,502 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 22,899 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 21,767 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 20,617 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 19,371 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 18,430 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 17,135 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 13,717 miles

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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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YUN 789L is a 1972 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 YUN 789L, 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 54 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 YUN 789L registered?

YUN 789L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 10 August 1972.

Is YUN 789L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YUN 789L shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YUN 789L have outstanding finance?

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