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CCP 988S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

61,839 mi
Last recorded61,839 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2012
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCCP 988S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2012 61,839 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2012 61,839 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 6 May 2011 61,180 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 60,609 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 59,624 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 59,624 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 Oct 2007 58,737 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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CCP 988S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 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 CCP 988S, 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 49 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CCP 988S?

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What year was CCP 988S registered?

CCP 988S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 10 August 1977.

Is CCP 988S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CCP 988S shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CCP 988S have outstanding finance?

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