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2 CDO

1974 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

793 mi
Last recorded793 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1974 MG Mgb46,540 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration2 CDO
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 793 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 98,150 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2024 98,147 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 96,964 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 96,959 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 95,902 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 94,800 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 93,317 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 93,060 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 92,115 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 91,154 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 89,143 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 86,529 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 82,261 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 76,528 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 73,542 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 68,646 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 62,629 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2010 62,623 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 58,279 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 52,365 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 49,068 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 44,045 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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2 CDO is a 1974 MG Mgb in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1974 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 46,540 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 2 CDO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 52 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 2 CDO registered?

2 CDO is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 14 June 1974.

Is 2 CDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2 CDO shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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