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JGU 38C

1989 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

13,558 mi
Last recorded13,558 miles
Recorded on25 May 2010
Typical for 1989 MG B23,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGU 38C
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2010 13,558 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 13,558 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 May 2008 13,555 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 13,524 miles

offside door mirror is missing.

Fail 31 Aug 2006 134,589 miles

Nearside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

offside door mirror missing.

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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JGU 38C is a 1989 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1989 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 23,263 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 JGU 38C, 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 37 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 JGU 38C?

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What year was JGU 38C registered?

JGU 38C is a 1989 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1989.

Is JGU 38C safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGU 38C shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JGU 38C have outstanding finance?

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