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KJB 880W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

77,565 mi
Last recorded77,565 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2023
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJB 880W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2023 77,565 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 77,525 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 77,395 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 77,260 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 76,724 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 74,535 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 72,550 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 72,550 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Apr 2007 72,510 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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KJB 880W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KJB 880W, 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 KJB 880W?

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What year was KJB 880W registered?

KJB 880W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is KJB 880W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJB 880W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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