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YYR 457H

1970 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,657 mi
Last recorded17,657 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYR 457H
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2026 17,657 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 16,457 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 14,191 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 13,444 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 12,956 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 12,469 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 12,385 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 11,900 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 11,767 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 11,642 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 11,586 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 11,339 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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YYR 457H is a 1970 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YYR 457H, 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

How do I check the history of YYR 457H?

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What year was YYR 457H registered?

YYR 457H is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 24 June 1970.

Is YYR 457H safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYR 457H shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YYR 457H have outstanding finance?

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