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JRX 601W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

11,896 mi
Last recorded11,896 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2023
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRX 601W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2023 11,896 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 11,578 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2022 11,566 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive over 10% (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned IS ON NSR SHOULD BE FITTED TO OSR (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 10,884 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 10,792 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2020 10,786 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake rubbing

Pass 25 Sep 2018 10,632 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 10,161 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 9,954 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 9,926 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 9,831 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 9,740 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 9,661 miles

wiper blades splitting

Pass 24 Mar 2011 9,561 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 9,318 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 8,771 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 8,276 miles

Both rear tyres perished on outer edges

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

Oil leak

Fail 27 Sep 2007 8,238 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Both rear tyres perished on outer edges

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Oct 2006 7,821 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 601W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 601W, 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 JRX 601W?

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What year was JRX 601W registered?

JRX 601W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 3 March 1981.

Is JRX 601W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRX 601W shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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