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CFV 147V

1980 MG B Roadster

Yellow Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,394 mi
Last recorded85,394 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2014
Typical for 1980 MG B Roadster36,491 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFV 147V
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2014 85,394 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 85,394 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 85,388 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 85,205 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 84,788 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 83,306 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 82,633 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 82,633 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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CFV 147V is a 1980 MG B Roadster in Yellow with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 36,491 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CFV 147V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 46 years old, this MG B Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CFV 147V registered?

CFV 147V is a 1980 MG B Roadster, first registered on 1 March 1980.

Is CFV 147V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFV 147V shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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