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C392 MGB

1986 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,927 mi
Last recorded33,927 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2021
Typical for 1986 MG B56,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC392 MGB
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1986
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2021 33,927 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 33,908 miles

n/s possible axle oil leak moist on rear back plate

Pass 21 Jun 2018 33,830 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 33,786 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 33,514 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 33,344 miles

small oil leak from n/s/r hub

Fail 14 Apr 2015 33,344 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

small oil leak from n/s/r hub

Pass 18 Mar 2014 33,083 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 32,131 miles

o/s track rod end gaitor deteriorated, servo hose deteriorated

Pass 28 May 2011 31,413 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 31,398 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 27 May 2010 31,046 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 31,046 miles

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 29 May 2009 30,652 miles

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 29 May 2009 30,652 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 29,740 miles

o/s/r tyre cracking in sidewall,n/s/f tyre close to limit

Pass 19 Apr 2007 28,539 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 27,013 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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C392 MGB is a 1986 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1986 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 56,306 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 C392 MGB, 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 40 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C392 MGB registered?

C392 MGB is a 1986 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1986.

Is C392 MGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C392 MGB 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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