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JHV 490W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,396 mi
Last recorded51,396 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHV 490W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2020 51,396 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 51,159 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 50,951 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 50,677 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 50,411 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil and bushes deteriating (2.7.3)

Fail 25 Aug 2016 50,411 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil and bushes deteriating (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 49,958 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 49,958 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 49,757 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 49,352 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 14 Aug 2012 48,764 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 48,764 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 48,144 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 46,963 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 45,843 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 45,789 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 45,605 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 45,350 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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JHV 490W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 JHV 490W, 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 JHV 490W registered?

JHV 490W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 20 February 1981.

Is JHV 490W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHV 490W shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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