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JKJ 181N

1975 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,415 mi
Last recorded68,415 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKJ 181N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 68,415 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 68,415 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 67,421 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 66,764 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 66,760 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 66,001 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 66,001 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 64,858 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 63,848 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 62,624 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 62,410 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 61,082 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 24 Jun 2009 61,082 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 61,462 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 61,192 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 60,172 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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JKJ 181N is a 1975 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1975 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 41,922 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JKJ 181N, 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 51 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JKJ 181N registered?

JKJ 181N is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 4 April 1975.

Is JKJ 181N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JKJ 181N shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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