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2002 CG

1972 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,126 mi
Last recorded21,126 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration2002 CG
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 21,126 miles

surface corrosion underside vehicle

Pass 1 Sep 2012 21,051 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 20,479 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 19,380 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

OS wing mirror cracked

Pass 19 Jun 2010 19,380 miles

OS wing mirror cracked

Pass 3 Jun 2009 17,201 miles

offside mirror cracked

Fail 2 Jun 2009 17,141 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

offside mirror cracked

Pass 29 May 2008 14,468 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 14,452 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

corrosion outside perscribed area o/s/f inner sill

Fail 19 May 2008 14,446 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside front & offside rear tyres baddly cracked

offside front door mirror cracked

small amount of play nearside front rack arm

Pass 27 Nov 2006 12,513 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear brake balance on max

slight corrosion underside of vehicle

slight play both fron suspension joints

Pass 22 Jul 2005 9,831 miles

ns front lower suspension bush starting to split

slight play both front wheel bearing

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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2002 CG is a 1972 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 2002 CG, 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 54 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 2002 CG?

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What year was 2002 CG registered?

2002 CG is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 30 December 1972.

Is 2002 CG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2002 CG shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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