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JKO 850V

1980 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

47,486 mi
Last recorded47,486 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2021
Typical for 1980 MG B GT53,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKO 850V
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2021 47,486 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 47,309 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 46,897 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 45,998 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 45,068 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 43,612 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 42,814 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 42,814 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 41,886 miles

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 28 Oct 2014 41,872 miles

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

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

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

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 40,926 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

hydrocarbons at limit on emmissions

Pass 22 Mar 2012 40,280 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 24 Oct 2007 40,148 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 40,148 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 40,114 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 38,584 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 38,581 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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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JKO 850V is a 1980 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1980 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 53,854 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 JKO 850V, 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 46 years old, this MG B GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JKO 850V?

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What year was JKO 850V registered?

JKO 850V is a 1980 MG B GT, first registered on 21 April 1980.

Is JKO 850V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JKO 850V shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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