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JHN 807W

1980 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

77,380 mi
Last recorded77,380 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHN 807W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2019 77,380 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Nearside Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front washer inop

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 76,538 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 76,318 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 76,094 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 76,094 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 75,640 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 75,316 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 75,130 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 74,712 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 74,146 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 74,146 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 73,604 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 73,497 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2006 73,497 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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JHN 807W is a 1980 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 JHN 807W, 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

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What year was JHN 807W registered?

JHN 807W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 12 August 1980.

Is JHN 807W safe to buy?

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