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259 CWU

1975 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

13,822 mi
Last recorded13,822 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration259 CWU
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 13,822 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 13,700 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 13,550 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 13,368 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 13,224 miles

Offside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 13,154 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 12,959 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 12,804 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 12,704 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 12,700 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 12,615 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 12,532 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 12,375 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2008 12,375 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 12,331 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 12,320 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 12,197 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2006 12,197 miles

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

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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259 CWU is a 1975 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1975 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 41,922 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 259 CWU, 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 51 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 259 CWU?

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What year was 259 CWU registered?

259 CWU is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 20 January 1975.

Is 259 CWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 259 CWU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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