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JOI 26

1976 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

21,663 mi
Last recorded21,663 miles
Recorded on13 May 2011
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOI 26
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2011 21,663 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 21,663 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn control secured by tape

Pass 15 Jun 2010 21,539 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 21,539 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 21,535 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 21,353 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 21,347 miles

Brake pedal has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed but action not impaired (2.4.B.1c)

Propshaft component defective

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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JOI 26 is a 1976 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 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 JOI 26, 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 50 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JOI 26 registered?

JOI 26 is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1976.

Is JOI 26 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOI 26 shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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