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CGO 635X

1981 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

12,379 mi
Last recorded12,379 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGO 635X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 12,379 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2025 12,369 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2022 12,172 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 12,088 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 11,803 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 11,541 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 11,071 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 10,582 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 10,374 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 9,593 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 7,052 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 6,999 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 6,955 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 6,804 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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CGO 635X is a 1981 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1981 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 52,343 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 CGO 635X, 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 45 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 CGO 635X?

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What year was CGO 635X registered?

CGO 635X is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 23 September 1981.

Is CGO 635X safe to buy?

The MOT history for CGO 635X shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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