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JHB 729W

1981 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,062 mi
Last recorded87,062 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2009
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHB 729W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2009 87,062 miles

play in front suspension

play in wheel bearings {front}

rear brakes just in balance limits

wear in steering rack

Pass 6 Sep 2008 87,006 miles

rear brakes just within balance limits

wear in front king pins

wear in steering rack

Pass 13 Aug 2007 86,954 miles

wear in steering rack,also wear in front king pins.

Pass 2 Aug 2006 86,920 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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 729W is a 1981 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 729W, 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 729W registered?

JHB 729W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 14 April 1981.

Is JHB 729W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHB 729W shows 4 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 JHB 729W have outstanding finance?

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