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CNU 195T

1979 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2019
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

89,150 mi
Last recorded89,150 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCNU 195T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2018 89,150 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 88,994 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 88,936 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both front inner wheel arches corroded

Fail 13 May 2015 88,936 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

both front inner arches corroded

Pass 28 May 2010 88,853 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 88,853 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 May 2007 88,791 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 88,791 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2006 88,749 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 88,749 miles

Nearside Lower Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength (5.2.6)

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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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CNU 195T is a 1979 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CNU 195T, 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 CNU 195T?

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What year was CNU 195T registered?

CNU 195T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 13 March 1979.

Is CNU 195T safe to buy?

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