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JFJ 75V

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

54,066 mi
Last recorded54,066 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2022
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFJ 75V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2022 54,066 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 53,063 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 52,311 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 52,056 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 51,579 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 50,545 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 49,557 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 49,124 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 48,417 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 47,890 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 47,383 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 46,689 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 45,871 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 44,964 miles

advise rear diff oil leak

Pass 20 Feb 2007 43,131 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 40,298 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2005 40,298 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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JFJ 75V is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1980 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 50,608 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 JFJ 75V, 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 46 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JFJ 75V?

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What year was JFJ 75V registered?

JFJ 75V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 25 April 1980.

Is JFJ 75V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JFJ 75V shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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