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JHP 249V

1979 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,996 mi
Last recorded86,996 miles
Recorded on7 May 2020
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHP 249V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2020 86,996 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 86,980 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 86,962 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 86,596 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 86,887 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 85,847 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 84,279 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 82,152 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 79,771 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

front valance damaged

Fail 18 Jun 2009 79,771 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

front valance damaged

Pass 9 Jun 2008 75,960 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 75,371 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 71,431 miles

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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JHP 249V is a 1979 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1979 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,384 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 JHP 249V, 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 47 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 JHP 249V registered?

JHP 249V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 24 October 1979.

Is JHP 249V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHP 249V shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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