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JPR 589V

1979 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,126 mi
Last recorded64,126 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJPR 589V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 64,126 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2025 64,097 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 63,318 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 62,782 miles

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn King Pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Tie Rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Axle Check Straps Heavily Deteriorated

Fail 29 Aug 2019 62,779 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn King Pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Tie Rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Axle Check Straps Heavily Deteriorated

Pass 17 Aug 2018 62,698 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 62,695 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 62,695 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 62,634 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 62,574 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 62,506 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 62,171 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 61,936 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 61,653 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 61,278 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 60,793 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 60,522 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 59,995 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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JPR 589V is a 1979 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 JPR 589V, 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 JPR 589V?

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What year was JPR 589V registered?

JPR 589V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is JPR 589V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JPR 589V shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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