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CHM 275V

1979 MG B

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

89,874 mi
Last recorded89,874 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2021
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHM 275V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2021 89,874 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2021 89,874 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2020 88,526 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 87,740 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 85,773 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 85,773 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 May 2017 84,371 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 84,371 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder retaining device insecure (3.6.A.2d)

Pass 3 May 2016 82,569 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2016 82,515 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 80,762 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 78,920 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2013 77,507 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 75,420 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 73,567 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 71,743 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 May 2009 70,011 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 70,011 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 9 May 2008 68,230 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 66,903 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 65,059 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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CHM 275V is a 1979 MG B in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 CHM 275V, 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 CHM 275V?

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What year was CHM 275V registered?

CHM 275V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 9 November 1979.

Is CHM 275V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CHM 275V shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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