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JLO 604V

1979 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

91,572 mi
Last recorded91,572 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2024
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLO 604V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2024 91,572 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 89,274 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 87,436 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 82,376 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 82,376 miles

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 72,319 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 9 May 2007 67,300 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 66,710 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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JLO 604V is a 1979 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1979 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,384 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 JLO 604V, 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 47 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JLO 604V?

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What year was JLO 604V registered?

JLO 604V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 8 September 1979.

Is JLO 604V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLO 604V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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