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JBS 542S

1978 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

5,257 mi
Last recorded5,257 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2018
Typical for 1978 MG Mgb44,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBS 542S
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2018 5,257 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 5,238 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 5,213 miles

nail in n\s \r tyre

oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2015 5,175 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 5,175 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 5,106 miles

has slight movement in a lower trunnion n/s

Pass 9 Jul 2013 5,010 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 24 May 2012 4,972 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

n/s/r sill slight damage

Fail 15 May 2012 4,969 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

n/s/r sill slight damage

Pass 5 May 2011 4,884 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 4,873 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 4,479 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 4,310 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 4,061 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 3,581 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 3,232 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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JBS 542S is a 1978 MG Mgb in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 44,156 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JBS 542S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 48 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JBS 542S registered?

JBS 542S is a 1978 MG Mgb, first registered on 10 July 1978.

Is JBS 542S safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBS 542S shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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