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CJH 720V

1979 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

92,497 mi
Last recorded92,497 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJH 720V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2018 92,497 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 92,432 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 92,289 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 92,011 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 91,996 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak

Pass 1 May 2013 91,509 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Aug 2011 91,343 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Aug 2010 90,318 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 89,265 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

SLIGHT BINDING NOTED AT N/S AND O/S REAR WHEELS ADVISE ATTENTION

Fail 23 Jul 2009 89,265 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Coolant leak

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

SLIGHT BINDING NOTED AT N/S AND O/S REAR WHEELS ADVISE ATTENTION

Pass 29 Jul 2008 88,406 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 87,737 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2006 87,029 miles

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

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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CJH 720V is a 1979 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 CJH 720V, 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 CJH 720V?

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What year was CJH 720V registered?

CJH 720V is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 14 August 1979.

Is CJH 720V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CJH 720V shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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