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JIL 3693

1974 MG B Roadster

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

94,015 mi
Last recorded94,015 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B Roadster24,235 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJIL 3693
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 94,015 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 93,994 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 93,847 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 93,637 miles

all tyres ,walls cracked

Pass 9 Oct 2013 93,125 miles

both rear tyre sidewalls badly cracked

Fail 9 Oct 2013 93,122 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyre sidewalls badly cracked

Pass 19 Sep 2012 92,790 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 92,123 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 91,040 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Fail 14 Sep 2010 91,040 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 90,067 miles

Offside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 15 Sep 2009 90,065 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 89,560 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 89,546 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 89,546 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

windscreen marked slightly in zone b

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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JIL 3693 is a 1974 MG B Roadster in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1974 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 24,235 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JIL 3693, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 52 years old, this MG B Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JIL 3693 registered?

JIL 3693 is a 1974 MG B Roadster, first registered on 3 July 1974.

Is JIL 3693 safe to buy?

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