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JCL 771N

1975 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

40,691 mi
Last recorded40,691 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCL 771N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 40,691 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 40,634 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 40,631 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 40,626 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 39,235 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 38,837 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 38,762 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 38,742 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 38,719 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 38,583 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 38,583 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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JCL 771N is a 1975 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 JCL 771N, 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 JCL 771N?

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What year was JCL 771N registered?

JCL 771N is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1975.

Is JCL 771N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCL 771N shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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