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CTF 193J

1971 MG B Roadster

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,312 mi
Last recorded85,312 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 1971 MG B Roadster58,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCTF 193J
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2019 85,312 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 85,256 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 85,094 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 84,989 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 84,878 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 84,780 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 84,754 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 84,618 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 84,448 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 84,299 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 84,173 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 26 Jul 2010 84,159 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Both rear gearbox mounts are broken

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 84,006 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 83,918 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 83,730 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 83,644 miles

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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CTF 193J is a 1971 MG B Roadster in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1971 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 58,027 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CTF 193J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 55 years old, this MG B Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CTF 193J registered?

CTF 193J is a 1971 MG B Roadster, first registered on 12 January 1971.

Is CTF 193J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CTF 193J shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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