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JU 9879

1977 MG B

Purple Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,346 mi
Last recorded19,346 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2011
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJU 9879
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 19 Apr 2011 19,346 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 18,872 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 18,826 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 92,155 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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JU 9879 is a 1977 MG B in Purple with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 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 JU 9879, 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 49 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 JU 9879?

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What year was JU 9879 registered?

JU 9879 is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1977.

Is JU 9879 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JU 9879 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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