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CTC 302M

1996 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

98,354 mi
Last recorded98,354 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1996 MG Mgb47,040 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCTC 302M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 98,354 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 97,925 miles

nearside front outer sill has slight corrosion

offside front outer sill slight corrosion

Fail 8 Jun 2015 97,925 miles

Steering wheel in a condition that hampers proper control (2.1.1)

nearside front outer sill has slight corrosion

offside front outer sill slight corrosion

Pass 4 Jul 2014 97,922 miles

knocking from steering column area

Pass 31 May 2013 97,456 miles

Clunking / noise from steering colum area

Pass 25 Apr 2012 96,364 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 96,221 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 96,221 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 95,848 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 11 Aug 2009 95,847 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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CTC 302M is a 1996 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1996 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 47,040 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CTC 302M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 30 years old, this MG Mgb is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CTC 302M?

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What year was CTC 302M registered?

CTC 302M is a 1996 MG Mgb, first registered on 21 May 1996.

Is CTC 302M safe to buy?

The MOT history for CTC 302M shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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