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JJH 742N

1997 MG B

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

24,386 mi
Last recorded24,386 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 MG B32,605 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJH 742N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2019 24,386 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Sill corroding

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 25 May 2018 23,265 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 22,283 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 21,826 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 21,447 miles

Offside Rear Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 20,560 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 20,385 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 31 May 2012 20,163 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 2 Jun 2011 20,006 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 20,006 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 19,758 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 18,138 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 16,839 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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JJH 742N is a 1997 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1997 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 32,605 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 JJH 742N, 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 29 years old, this MG B is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JJH 742N registered?

JJH 742N is a 1997 MG B, first registered on 11 February 1997.

Is JJH 742N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJH 742N 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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