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JGH 901K

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

4,295 mi
Last recorded4,295 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGH 901K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 4,295 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2025 4,248 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2024

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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JGH 901K is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JGH 901K, 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 55 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 JGH 901K?

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What year was JGH 901K registered?

JGH 901K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is JGH 901K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGH 901K shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JGH 901K have outstanding finance?

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