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JPB 288K

1971 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

22,583 mi
Last recorded22,583 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2021
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJPB 288K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2021 22,583 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 22,392 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 22,163 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 21,852 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 21,571 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 21,233 miles

oil leaks

underside of vehicle has surface corrosion

Pass 4 Jun 2015 20,956 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 20,956 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 20,685 miles

slight play o/s/f lower trunion

Fail 3 Jun 2014 20,685 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

slight play o/s/f lower trunion

Pass 14 Jun 2013 20,347 miles

offside front trunion has slight play.

Pass 29 May 2012 19,947 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 19,587 miles

slight corrosion to o/s front floor and n/s rear chassis to inner sill

Pass 8 Jun 2010 19,259 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 18,261 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 18,261 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 17,782 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 17,776 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 17,174 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 16,580 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 16,580 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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JPB 288K is a 1971 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JPB 288K, 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 55 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JPB 288K registered?

JPB 288K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 26 November 1971.

Is JPB 288K safe to buy?

The MOT history for JPB 288K shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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