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JLJ 894N

1975 MG B GT

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

57,812 mi
Last recorded57,812 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 1975 MG B GT46,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLJ 894N
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 57,812 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 57,663 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 57,449 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 57,161 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 56,957 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 56,581 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 56,099 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 55,481 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 55,448 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 54,916 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 54,157 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 52,689 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2008 52,330 miles

slight fluid leaks on n/s rear & o/s front shock absorber units

some lift in n/s & o/s front suspension

Fail 22 Apr 2008 52,328 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

slight fluid leaks on n/s rear & o/s front shock absorber units

some lift in n/s & o/s front suspension

Pass 25 Jul 2006 51,081 miles

slight play in both front king pins

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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JLJ 894N is a 1975 MG B GT in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 JLJ 894N, 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 JLJ 894N registered?

JLJ 894N is a 1975 MG B GT, first registered on 30 June 1975.

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The MOT history for JLJ 894N shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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