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JSS 459N

1975 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

74,743 mi
Last recorded74,743 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSS 459N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 74,743 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

timing case oil gasket slight leek

Pass 21 Jun 2016 74,031 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 73,023 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 73,023 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 72,724 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 4 Apr 2014 72,724 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 72,085 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 71,883 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 71,883 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 71,081 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 70,742 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 70,732 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 69,867 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 69,858 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 69,473 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 69,451 miles

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

Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 68,868 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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JSS 459N is a 1975 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1975 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 41,922 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 JSS 459N, 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 51 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 JSS 459N registered?

JSS 459N is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1975.

Is JSS 459N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JSS 459N shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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