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142 JMJ

1963 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

68,840 mi
Last recorded68,840 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2008
Typical for 1963 MG B28,492 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration142 JMJ
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1963
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2008 68,840 miles

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

both front inner wing panels corroded.

nearside rear inner wheel arch corroded.

Fail 5 Jun 2008 68,840 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front inner wing panels corroded.

nearside rear inner wheel arch corroded.

Fail 14 Dec 2006 68,829 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 68,829 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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142 JMJ is a 1963 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1963 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 28,492 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 142 JMJ, 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 63 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 142 JMJ?

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What year was 142 JMJ registered?

142 JMJ is a 1963 MG B, first registered on 26 April 1963.

Is 142 JMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 142 JMJ shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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