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CNV 177X

1981 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,011 mi
Last recorded34,011 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2007
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCNV 177X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2007 34,011 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 28,361 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 28,352 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (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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CNV 177X is a 1981 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 CNV 177X, 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 CNV 177X?

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What year was CNV 177X registered?

CNV 177X is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 13 November 1981.

Is CNV 177X safe to buy?

The MOT history for CNV 177X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CNV 177X have outstanding finance?

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