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JJH 255N

1975 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2023
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

83,069 mi
Last recorded83,069 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2022
Typical for 1975 MG B GT46,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJH 255N
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2022 83,069 miles

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively At differential (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2022 83,069 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively At differential (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 83,035 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2021 83,035 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 83,014 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2020 83,013 miles

Engine mounting bracket damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2015 82,952 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 80,940 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 77,745 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 71,242 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 71,228 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 69,892 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 69,888 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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JJH 255N is a 1975 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1975 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 46,418 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JJH 255N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 51 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JJH 255N registered?

JJH 255N is a 1975 MG B GT, first registered on 9 July 1975.

Is JJH 255N safe to buy?

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