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CFV 390S

1977 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

51,060 mi
Last recorded51,060 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2025
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFV 390S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2025 51,060 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cuts to both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 50,963 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 50,614 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 50,002 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 49,637 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 49,214 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 48,780 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 48,371 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 47,884 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 47,324 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 46,226 miles

engine has bad oil leak

Pass 20 Jan 2010 45,642 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 45,642 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 44,957 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 43,989 miles

rear brake slightly binding

Pass 23 Jan 2007 42,716 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 41,259 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2006 41,259 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)

Offside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)

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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CFV 390S is a 1977 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 CFV 390S, 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 CFV 390S?

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What year was CFV 390S registered?

CFV 390S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is CFV 390S safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFV 390S 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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