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JNJ 858V

1979 MG B Roadster

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

26,617 mi
Last recorded26,617 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 1979 MG B Roadster29,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJNJ 858V
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 26,617 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both side (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 7 May 2025 26,611 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both side (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 26,216 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 25,778 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 25,281 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 24,953 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 24,802 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 24,752 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 24,737 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jun 2017 24,655 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 24,394 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 24,394 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 24,263 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 24,244 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 24,241 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 24,191 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 24,151 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 24,066 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 24,028 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 23,882 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 23,787 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 23,645 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 23,494 miles

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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JNJ 858V is a 1979 MG B Roadster in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1979 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 29,546 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JNJ 858V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 47 years old, this MG B Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JNJ 858V registered?

JNJ 858V is a 1979 MG B Roadster, first registered on 12 October 1979.

Is JNJ 858V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JNJ 858V shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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