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CEA 243N

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,981 mi
Last recorded57,981 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCEA 243N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 57,981 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 57,212 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 56,188 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 54,571 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 51,397 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 48,997 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 4,740 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 4,740 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 45,680 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 43,648 miles

covered in thick under seal

Fail 28 Mar 2006 36,902 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 36,902 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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CEA 243N is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CEA 243N, 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

How do I check the history of CEA 243N?

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What year was CEA 243N registered?

CEA 243N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is CEA 243N safe to buy?

The MOT history for CEA 243N shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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