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2021 MGB R8 125 E5 0.1L Petrol · PJ71 KYX

PJ71 KYX

2021 MGB R8 125 E5 (0.1L, petrol). First registered 06 Dec 2021. Recorded mileage 10,740 miles. MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026.

Make & Model
MGB R8 125 E5
Year / Origin
2021 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 30 Nov 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
10,740 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 0.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 30 Nov 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2021
Engine
125cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle demonstrates a fully compliant roadworthiness status following a recent test conducted on the first of December 2025 at 10,740 miles, which resulted in a clean pass with zero recorded defects. This successful outcome directly follows a severe failure event recorded just weeks prior on the fourteenth of November 2025 at 10,736 miles, indicating that the previous owner promptly rectified a cluster of critical mechanical faults rather than allowing an unserviceable condition to persist. The maintenance trend reflects a complete resolution of major chassis and braking defects, moving the vehicle from an unroadworthy state to full compliance within a very brief operating window. At roughly five years of age with a cumulative total of 10,740 miles, the car averages about 2,148 miles annually, placing it firmly in the low-mileage category for its age group. The official DVSA record contains only these two recent entries, suggesting the vehicle was either newly registered, exempt, or untracked in the system prior to late 2025. This minimal mileage accumulation implies very light use, yet the severe defects found during its first major test demonstrate that low usage does not exempt a vehicle from component degradation, particularly regarding hydraulic seals and friction materials. A physical inspection must prioritize the suspension and braking systems given the specific nature of the November 2025 failure. The buyer should thoroughly examine the nearside front and rear shock absorbers for any recurring fluid leaks or diminished damping efficiency, as these components were previously condemned. Furthermore, the front brake pads, brake discs, and calipers require careful scrutiny to ensure the reported contamination and excessive binding have not damaged the friction surfaces or caused premature wear on the sliding mechanisms. Suspension bushes and structural mountings should also be checked for perished rubber resulting from periods of inactivity.
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PJ71 KYX Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 01/12/2025
  • 10,740 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

PJ71 KYX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 8 Sept 2026, 10:02
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Mgb R8 125 E5 (PJ71 KYX) between November 2025 and December 2025.

The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 01 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))”; “Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))”.

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PJ71 KYX Mileage History

  1. 14/11/202510,736 mi
  2. 01/12/202510,740 mi+4 mi

Average of roughly 86 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
77
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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