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YVJ 235K

1972 MG B GT

Green Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

6,545 mi
Last recorded6,545 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVJ 235K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 6,545 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 6,055 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

battery cage corrored,o/s/f brake binding.

Pass 4 May 2023 5,648 miles

battery box corroded

steering shaft catching on exhaust

Pass 21 Apr 2022 5,548 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 5,435 miles

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 4,905 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 4,775 miles

oil leaks from engine and gear box

surface corrosion to rear floors by rear spring front mounting points

vehicle modified for track use

Fail 1 Oct 2019 4,775 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

oil leaks from engine and gear box

surface corrosion to rear floors by rear spring front mounting points

vehicle modified for track use

Pass 26 May 2017 4,693 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 4,671 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 4,615 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 4,591 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 4,567 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 4,554 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 4,412 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 4,402 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 4,381 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 4,325 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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YVJ 235K is a 1972 MG B GT in Green with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YVJ 235K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YVJ 235K registered?

YVJ 235K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 22 June 1972.

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The MOT history for YVJ 235K shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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