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YUD 970J

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

20,535 mi
Last recorded20,535 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYUD 970J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 20,535 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 20,519 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 19,995 miles

slight play in front trunion joints

underside of vehicle has been undersealed

Fail 15 Aug 2017 19,995 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Lower Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis leg (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

slight play in front trunion joints

underside of vehicle has been undersealed

Pass 17 Aug 2016 19,866 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 19,531 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 18,876 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 18,246 miles

Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 18,011 miles

corrosion in o/s/f floor area.

oil leaks around bottom of engine area.

surface corrosion in n/s & o/s lower sills areas.

surface rust aroud front suspension areas.

surface rust in rear chassis areas.

tow bar electrics n/s indicator n/w.

Pass 19 Jul 2011 17,996 miles

slight oil leaks around bottom of engine area.

surface rust around front suspension area.

suspect damp around rear fuel pump area.

Pass 6 Aug 2010 17,977 miles

corrosion in rear fuel pipe.

front suspension springs rusty.

n/s/e steering rack gaiter cracked & perished.

Pass 8 Aug 2009 17,942 miles

engine running rough .

exhaust front pipe slightly loose.

front suspension springs rusty.

n/s/r brake slightly binding.

rear brakes out of balance.

wiper washers aims weak.

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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YUD 970J is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 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 YUD 970J, 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 55 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 YUD 970J?

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What year was YUD 970J registered?

YUD 970J is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 6 January 1971.

Is YUD 970J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YUD 970J shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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