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JTG 508D

1981 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,842 mi
Last recorded99,842 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2016
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJTG 508D
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2016 99,842 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 99,842 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 97,124 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 93,797 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 92,698 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 92,698 miles

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

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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JTG 508D is a 1981 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 JTG 508D, 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 JTG 508D?

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What year was JTG 508D registered?

JTG 508D is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1981.

Is JTG 508D safe to buy?

The MOT history for JTG 508D shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JTG 508D have outstanding finance?

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