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FJK 23X

1981 MG B Roadster

Bronze Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

77,742 mi
Last recorded77,742 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1981 MG B Roadster47,445 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJK 23X
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 77,742 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2025 77,731 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 77,711 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 77,687 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 77,570 miles

veru slight play in both front kingpins

Pass 28 Feb 2017 77,469 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

slight corrosion to o/s inner sill

Pass 4 Mar 2016 77,254 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 77,095 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 76,950 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 76,719 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 76,655 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 76,626 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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FJK 23X is a 1981 MG B Roadster in Bronze with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1981 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 47,445 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJK 23X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 45 years old, this MG B Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJK 23X registered?

FJK 23X is a 1981 MG B Roadster, first registered on 4 August 1981.

Is FJK 23X safe to buy?

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