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JLA 220N

1975 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

76,287 mi
Last recorded76,287 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLA 220N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 76,287 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2022 75,451 miles

Offside washer not working but sufficient from nearside

Fail 10 Aug 2022 75,451 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Halfshaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside washer not working but sufficient from nearside

Pass 11 Apr 2017 74,369 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 74,100 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 74,011 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 73,609 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 72,935 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 72,119 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 71,510 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 70,534 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 69,753 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 68,996 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 66,530 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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JLA 220N is a 1975 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 JLA 220N, 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

How do I check the history of JLA 220N?

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What year was JLA 220N registered?

JLA 220N is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 7 March 1975.

Is JLA 220N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLA 220N shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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