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CBY 349G

1998 MG B

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,963 mi
Last recorded7,963 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 MG B24,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBY 349G
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 7,963 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2023 7,963 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 7,871 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 7,856 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 7,837 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 7,687 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 7,619 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 7,521 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 7,110 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Apr 2014 6,097 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 5,981 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Apr 2011 5,644 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 5,448 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight play in both front suspension trunions

Fail 24 Mar 2010 5,433 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight play in both front suspension trunions

Pass 4 Apr 2009 5,200 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 4,759 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 4,533 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 4,163 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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CBY 349G is a 1998 MG B in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 24,549 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 CBY 349G, 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 28 years old, this MG B is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CBY 349G registered?

CBY 349G is a 1998 MG B, first registered on 25 September 1998.

Is CBY 349G safe to buy?

The MOT history for CBY 349G shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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