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CPC 312T

1979 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,624 mi
Last recorded79,624 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPC 312T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2019 79,624 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 77,239 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 75,914 miles

Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Fail 4 May 2016 75,914 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering system lightly rubbing (2.2.D.2a)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 75,863 miles

corrosion - off side door = off side rear sill

corrosion front chassis near mounts

near side steering rack boot heavy cracks

rear exhaust heavy corrosion

top water hose cracked small leak = poor

Pass 29 May 2007 75,730 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 75,549 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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CPC 312T is a 1979 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CPC 312T, 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 CPC 312T?

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What year was CPC 312T registered?

CPC 312T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is CPC 312T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPC 312T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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