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JRN 600W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,107 mi
Last recorded45,107 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRN 600W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 45,107 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive back of gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2025 45,106 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system across rear axle (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive around engine and back of gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 41,284 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 36,994 miles

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2023 36,994 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 24 May 2022 26,926 miles
Fail 24 May 2022 26,926 miles

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 20 May 2021 23,672 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 11,700 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 11,657 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 11,555 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 11,541 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 11,492 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 11,427 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 11,328 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 11,325 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 11,257 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 11,147 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 11,106 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 11,106 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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JRN 600W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 JRN 600W, 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 JRN 600W?

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What year was JRN 600W registered?

JRN 600W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 27 April 1981.

Is JRN 600W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRN 600W shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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