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MJJ 850R

1976 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,709 mi
Last recorded37,709 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJJ 850R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2018 37,709 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 23,957 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 23,957 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 19,611 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 16,537 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 10,393 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 8,854 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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MJJ 850R is a 1976 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 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 MJJ 850R, 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 50 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 MJJ 850R?

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What year was MJJ 850R registered?

MJJ 850R is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 23 September 1976.

Is MJJ 850R safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJJ 850R shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MJJ 850R have outstanding finance?

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