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YVF 440J

1970 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2023
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

3,619 mi
Last recorded3,619 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVF 440J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 3,619 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 3,441 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 3,273 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 2,866 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 2,469 miles
Fail 5 May 2018 2,469 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 2,152 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 1,932 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 1,932 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 1,933 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 1,933 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 May 2015 1,933 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 1,933 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 1,933 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 1,933 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 1,933 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 1,923 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 1,923 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 May 2009 1,923 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 1,923 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 1,923 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 1,923 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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YVF 440J is a 1970 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1970 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 35,160 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 YVF 440J, 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 56 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 YVF 440J registered?

YVF 440J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 3 November 1970.

Is YVF 440J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVF 440J shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YVF 440J have outstanding finance?

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