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CNB 263M

1989 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,645 mi
Last recorded16,645 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 MG B23,263 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCNB 263M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2025 16,645 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 16,396 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 16,133 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 15,570 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 15,240 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 14,990 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 14,862 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 14,737 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 14,506 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 14,429 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 14,258 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 14,007 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 13,833 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 13,462 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 13,420 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 13,284 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 13,144 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 12,770 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 12,501 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 12,354 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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CNB 263M is a 1989 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 23,263 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 CNB 263M, 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 37 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 CNB 263M?

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What year was CNB 263M registered?

CNB 263M is a 1989 MG B, first registered on 25 September 1989.

Is CNB 263M safe to buy?

The MOT history for CNB 263M shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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