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JGE 701L

1973 MG B

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

59,537 mi
Last recorded59,537 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGE 701L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 59,537 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 59,431 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 59,244 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox/transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coolant leak lower radiator hose ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 58,872 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 58,456 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 58,334 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 57,741 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 57,513 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 57,107 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 56,720 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 56,720 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 55,753 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 55,753 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

n/s/f fog lamp not working

Pass 18 Aug 2008 55,124 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 54,470 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2007 54,470 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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JGE 701L is a 1973 MG B in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1973 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,472 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 JGE 701L, 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 53 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 JGE 701L registered?

JGE 701L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 22 May 1973.

Is JGE 701L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGE 701L 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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