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JBY 357J

1994 MG Mgb Roadster

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,895 mi
Last recorded18,895 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBY 357J
MakeMG
ModelMgb Roadster
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 18,895 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 18,866 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 18,852 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 18,811 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 18,811 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2016 18,794 miles

n/s/f brake binding

Pass 27 May 2015 18,756 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 18,719 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 18,693 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 18,622 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 18,578 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 18,564 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 18,559 miles

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

engine missfires under load..advise investigation/diagnosis.

Pass 28 May 2008 18,529 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 18,527 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 18,520 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb Roadster?

Based on 1,696 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 52
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 36
Stop lamp not working 33
brake binding 32
position lamp(s) not working 30
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JBY 357J is a 1994 MG Mgb Roadster in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

The most common reason a MG Mgb Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JBY 357J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 32 years old, this MG Mgb Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was JBY 357J registered?

JBY 357J is a 1994 MG Mgb Roadster, first registered on 10 February 1994.

Is JBY 357J safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBY 357J shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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