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JKG 444W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

92,402 mi
Last recorded92,402 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKG 444W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 92,402 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 91,872 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 91,811 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 91,484 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 91,484 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced rust on inner reflector (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 90,859 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 90,859 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 May 2006 89,859 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 89,859 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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JKG 444W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 JKG 444W, 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

How do I check the history of JKG 444W?

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What year was JKG 444W registered?

JKG 444W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 24 March 1981.

Is JKG 444W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JKG 444W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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