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JBF 500H

1970 MG Mgb

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

26,267 mi
Last recorded26,267 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2022
Typical for 1970 MG Mgb31,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBF 500H
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2022 26,267 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 25,504 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 25,475 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 25,475 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 25,458 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 25,411 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 25,375 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 25,342 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 25,170 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 24,937 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 24,936 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 24,794 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

Fail 19 Jun 2008 24,771 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jun 2007 24,094 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 24,094 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 23,436 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 23,436 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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JBF 500H is a 1970 MG Mgb 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 1970 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 31,791 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JBF 500H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 56 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JBF 500H?

You can check the full history of JBF 500H by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was JBF 500H registered?

JBF 500H is a 1970 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 May 1970.

Is JBF 500H safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBF 500H 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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