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JRX 55W

1981 MG B

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

22,495 mi
Last recorded22,495 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2020
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRX 55W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2020 22,495 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 22,459 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 22,429 miles

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2017 22,409 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel Steering rack (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 22,315 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 22,234 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 22,080 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 21,772 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 21,615 miles

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Fail 11 Feb 2012 21,615 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 10 Feb 2011 21,561 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 10 Feb 2011 21,561 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 21,518 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 21,467 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 6 Dec 2008 21,467 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 21,430 miles

all tyres age cracking ,advise changing

Pass 11 Aug 2006 21,391 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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JRX 55W is a 1981 MG B in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1981 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 52,343 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 JRX 55W, 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 45 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JRX 55W registered?

JRX 55W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 2 February 1981.

Is JRX 55W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRX 55W shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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