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CET 501V

1979 MG B

Green Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,740 mi
Last recorded52,740 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2010
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCET 501V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2010 52,740 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 51,633 miles

nearside front brake has a slight bind

offside front floor panel corroded but not within 30cms of a prescribed area

Pass 9 Nov 2007 48,961 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 46,434 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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CET 501V is a 1979 MG B in Green with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,384 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 CET 501V, 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 47 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 CET 501V?

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What year was CET 501V registered?

CET 501V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is CET 501V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CET 501V shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CET 501V have outstanding finance?

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