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JRX 169W

1981 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

66,898 mi
Last recorded66,898 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRX 169W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2019 66,898 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 66,654 miles
Fail 29 May 2018 66,654 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 66,484 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 66,249 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 65,720 miles

nearside rear hubseal weeping

Fail 13 Apr 2015 65,693 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

nearside rear hubseal weeping

Pass 7 Apr 2014 64,906 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 63,446 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 61,878 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 60,119 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 59,544 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 59,533 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 59,395 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 59,377 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 59,342 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2007 59,342 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 59,211 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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JRX 169W is a 1981 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 JRX 169W, 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

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What year was JRX 169W registered?

JRX 169W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 21 February 1981.

Is JRX 169W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRX 169W shows 18 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.

Does JRX 169W have outstanding finance?

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