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JJF 259L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,709 mi
Last recorded64,709 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJF 259L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2025 64,709 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 64,247 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2023 63,746 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2022 62,758 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 62,412 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 62,036 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 61,178 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 60,565 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 60,062 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 59,103 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 57,888 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 56,775 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 56,220 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 55,000 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 53,860 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 52,170 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 51,187 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 50,181 miles

slight lift in o/s front trunions

Pass 29 Jan 2007 49,437 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 48,509 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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JJF 259L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JJF 259L, 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

How do I check the history of JJF 259L?

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What year was JJF 259L registered?

JJF 259L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 4 April 1973.

Is JJF 259L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJF 259L shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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