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JUD 250W

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

16,582 mi
Last recorded16,582 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJUD 250W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 16,582 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 13,131 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 10,029 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 8,414 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 7,894 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 7,107 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 6,663 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2019 6,654 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 5,484 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at manifold area (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Jul 2018 5,476 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Fuel pipe union leaking Fuel pump leaking fuel (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2017 5,334 miles

Engine oil leaks.

Pass 3 Sep 2014 5,256 miles

slight blow from exhaust manifold

Pass 12 Sep 2012 5,097 miles

slight blow at exhaust manifold

Fail 10 Sep 2012 5,097 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 4,994 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 4,869 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 4,749 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 4,677 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 4,526 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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JUD 250W is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1980 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 50,608 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 JUD 250W, 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 46 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 JUD 250W registered?

JUD 250W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 11 August 1980.

Is JUD 250W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JUD 250W shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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