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YMJ 600L

1972 MG B

Blue Petrol 1175cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

74,178 mi
Last recorded74,178 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYMJ 600L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,175cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 74,178 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 74,169 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 73,931 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 73,272 miles

signs of corrision on o/s floor

Pass 27 Feb 2019 72,686 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 72,642 miles

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both front brake discs corroded

cracking in all 4 tyre sidewalls

nearside front and offside front inner wing/ bulkhead corroded

nearside front chassis leg corroded

Fail 8 May 2017 72,642 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both front brake discs corroded

cracking in all 4 tyre sidewalls

nearside front and offside front inner wing/ bulkhead corroded

nearside front chassis leg corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2016 72,636 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 72,622 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2015 72,622 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 72,540 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 72,456 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 72,389 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2010 72,389 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 72,090 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 72,071 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Fail 2 Jul 2008 72,063 miles

Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 71,888 miles

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

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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YMJ 600L is a 1972 MG B in Blue with a 1,175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YMJ 600L, 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

How do I check the history of YMJ 600L?

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What year was YMJ 600L registered?

YMJ 600L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 22 November 1972.

Is YMJ 600L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YMJ 600L shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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