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JCG 808E

1975 MG B

Black Petrol 9999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,114 mi
Last recorded27,114 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCG 808E
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine9,999cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 21 Feb 2026 27,114 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 25,938 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 24,227 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 22,048 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 20,183 miles

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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JCG 808E is a 1975 MG B in Black with a 9,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JCG 808E, 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

How do I check the history of JCG 808E?

You can check the full history of JCG 808E by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was JCG 808E registered?

JCG 808E is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1975.

Is JCG 808E safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCG 808E shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JCG 808E have outstanding finance?

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