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JMA 27T

1978 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

18,858 mi
Last recorded18,858 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJMA 27T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 18,858 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

slight corrosion to battery tray and various underside areas

Pass 16 Jun 2017 18,500 miles

general light corrosion to underside from standing.

Pass 2 Jun 2016 18,158 miles

slight general corrosion to underside of vehicle and various components

Pass 20 Apr 2015 17,736 miles

general corrosion to underside and various suspension components

Pass 12 Jul 2013 17,411 miles

slight corrosion to general underside of vehicle

Pass 24 Jul 2012 16,438 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 15,973 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 14,844 miles

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

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 13,841 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2007 13,245 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 12,076 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 10,769 miles

slight play in steering rack both offside and nearside front

Fail 16 Dec 2005 10,769 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

slight play in steering rack both offside and nearside front

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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JMA 27T is a 1978 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 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 JMA 27T, 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 48 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 JMA 27T?

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What year was JMA 27T registered?

JMA 27T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 8 December 1978.

Is JMA 27T safe to buy?

The MOT history for JMA 27T shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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