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JIB 2742

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

83,139 mi
Last recorded83,139 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJIB 2742
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 83,139 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2025 83,137 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 11 Jan 2018 80,533 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 80,003 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 79,811 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

vehicle body/chassis corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2014 79,767 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 1 Apr 2014 79,767 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 5 May 2011 79,647 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 3 May 2011 79,647 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 79,495 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 79,495 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2008 79,409 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2008 79,409 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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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JIB 2742 is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JIB 2742, 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 49 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 JIB 2742?

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What year was JIB 2742 registered?

JIB 2742 is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is JIB 2742 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JIB 2742 shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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