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JLZ 5653

1981 MG B

Yellow Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

38,831 mi
Last recorded38,831 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2021
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLZ 5653
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2021 38,831 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 38,648 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 37,365 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 35,318 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 33,835 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 31,301 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 28,634 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 27,089 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 25,738 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 23,142 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 21,909 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 21,369 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 21,124 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 21,124 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 18,992 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 18,247 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 16,561 miles

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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JLZ 5653 is a 1981 MG B in Yellow with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 JLZ 5653, 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 JLZ 5653?

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What year was JLZ 5653 registered?

JLZ 5653 is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 1 December 1981.

Is JLZ 5653 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLZ 5653 shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JLZ 5653 have outstanding finance?

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