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JYA 852T

1979 MG B Roadster

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

24,931 mi
Last recorded24,931 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 1979 MG B Roadster29,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYA 852T
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 24,931 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 24,224 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2023 23,826 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2023 23,826 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2023 23,670 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 22,450 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 21,827 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 21,524 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2017 21,524 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 21,072 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Dec 2016 21,068 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Offside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 20,587 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 20,194 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 19,347 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 18,245 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 15,561 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 15,478 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 15,478 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 15,002 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 14,184 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 13,786 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 13,786 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 13,115 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 12,492 miles

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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JYA 852T is a 1979 MG B Roadster in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1979 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 29,546 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JYA 852T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 47 years old, this MG B Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JYA 852T?

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What year was JYA 852T registered?

JYA 852T is a 1979 MG B Roadster, first registered on 4 June 1979.

Is JYA 852T safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYA 852T shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JYA 852T have outstanding finance?

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