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CAB 896N

1974 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

4,525 mi
Last recorded4,525 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAB 896N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 4,525 miles

both front king pins slight lift

o/s/r inner lower arch slight corrosion

Fail 5 Jun 2024

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both front king pins slight lift

o/s/r inner lower arch slight corrosion

Pass 8 Jun 2023 3,730 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine oil leak

n/s/r lower outer lower/inner arch slight corrosion

Fail 25 May 2023 3,730 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer/inner lower arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine oil leak

n/s/r lower outer lower/inner arch slight corrosion

Pass 31 May 2022 2,357 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 18 May 2022 2,331 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached top mounting broken (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 10 May 2021 813 miles

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

Digital speedometer fitted at time of test

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 20,034 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 19,485 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 16,561 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 16,415 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 15,811 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 14,721 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 12,468 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 9,101 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 8,087 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 6,826 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 5,731 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 4,975 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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CAB 896N is a 1974 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1974 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 41,928 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 CAB 896N, 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 52 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CAB 896N registered?

CAB 896N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 9 August 1974.

Is CAB 896N safe to buy?

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