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JHB 535W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

3,632 mi
Last recorded3,632 miles
Recorded on23 May 2023
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHB 535W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2023 3,632 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 3,537 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 3,393 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 3,321 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 3,246 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 3,214 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 2,915 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 2,764 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 2,558 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 2,243 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 1,455 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 1,287 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 1,091 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 23 May 2011 1,091 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 966 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

slight lift detected in n/s/front kingpin assembly

Pass 5 Jun 2009 796 miles

drivers seat belt webbing slightly frayed.

slight lift in n/s/front kingpin assembly

Pass 23 May 2008 449 miles

slight damage to drivers seat belt webbing.slight lift apparent in n/s/front kingpin assembly.

Pass 7 Jun 2007 100,158 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 99,613 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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JHB 535W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1981 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 52,343 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 JHB 535W, 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 45 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JHB 535W registered?

JHB 535W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 4 February 1981.

Is JHB 535W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHB 535W shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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