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JAB 841T

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,680 mi
Last recorded58,680 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAB 841T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2019 58,680 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Outer sill corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2016 58,658 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 58,652 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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JAB 841T is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 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 JAB 841T, 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 48 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 JAB 841T?

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What year was JAB 841T registered?

JAB 841T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is JAB 841T safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAB 841T shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JAB 841T have outstanding finance?

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