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JBY 900N

1975 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

20,668 mi
Last recorded20,668 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2017
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBY 900N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2017 20,668 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 20,418 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 19,896 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 19,727 miles

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

os nsr axle straps slight deteriration

Pass 28 Sep 2010 19,502 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 19,403 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

battery bay corroded

Pass 18 Sep 2008 19,011 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke at idle (7.4.A.1)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 18,550 miles

h/brake needs adjustment slight fuel leak from carburettors

Pass 18 Jul 2006 17,703 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2005 17,702 miles

Centre Front Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

all 4 tyres have slight splits in walls †

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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JBY 900N is a 1975 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1975 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 41,922 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 JBY 900N, 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 51 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JBY 900N registered?

JBY 900N is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 25 June 1975.

Is JBY 900N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBY 900N shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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