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C500 JOG

1986 MG B GT

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,351 mi
Last recorded44,351 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2021
Typical for 1986 MG B GT34,559 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC500 JOG
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2021 44,351 miles

Coolant leaking from bottom hose joint to radiator.

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside rear slow to react (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Stain on fuel pump unions.

Pass 17 Aug 2020 44,327 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both wishbones , bushes deteriorating. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

brake servo vacuum hose collapsing (at manifold end)

Pass 14 Aug 2019 44,230 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front union to manifold , nuts loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 44,092 miles

King pins have lift both sides front.

underside of vehicle and its components covered in underseal not allowing a full inspection.

Fail 15 Aug 2018 44,092 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

King pins have lift both sides front.

underside of vehicle and its components covered in underseal not allowing a full inspection.

Pass 14 Aug 2017 43,239 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front leak (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Aug 2017 43,239 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front leak (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 42,532 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 40,860 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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C500 JOG is a 1986 MG B GT in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1986 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 34,559 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 C500 JOG, 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 40 years old, this MG B GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C500 JOG registered?

C500 JOG is a 1986 MG B GT, first registered on 10 January 1986.

Is C500 JOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C500 JOG shows 9 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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