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JEY 280F

1976 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,747 mi
Last recorded9,747 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2017
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJEY 280F
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2017 9,747 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 May 2016 9,637 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 30 Apr 2015 9,610 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 9,407 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Apr 2013 8,998 miles

vehicle undersealed

Pass 14 Mar 2012 8,548 miles

vehicle oil sealled

Pass 1 Apr 2011 8,023 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

vehicle heavily wax oiled

Pass 12 Mar 2010 7,562 miles

slight oil leak

vehicle fully under sealled

Pass 14 Jan 2009 6,897 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 6,657 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 6,452 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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JEY 280F is a 1976 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 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 JEY 280F, 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 50 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 JEY 280F?

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What year was JEY 280F registered?

JEY 280F is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1976.

Is JEY 280F safe to buy?

The MOT history for JEY 280F shows 11 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 JEY 280F have outstanding finance?

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