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CWM 840X

1982 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,469 mi
Last recorded82,469 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2022
Typical for 1982 MG B48,852 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWM 840X
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2022 82,469 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 82,363 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 82,285 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 82,190 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 82,048 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 81,936 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 81,810 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 81,738 miles

slight play in o/s/r wheel

Pass 13 Apr 2011 81,313 miles

Battery Tray Corroded

Front Subframe Corroded

Oil leak

Fail 13 Apr 2011 81,313 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Battery Tray Corroded

Front Subframe Corroded

Oil leak

Pass 4 May 2010 81,140 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 May 2009 80,779 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 13 May 2008 80,586 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight play in nearside front & offside front kingpin

Fail 9 May 2008 80,586 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight play in nearside front & offside front kingpin

Pass 7 Mar 2007 80,518 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2006 80,432 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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CWM 840X is a 1982 MG B 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 1982 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 48,852 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 CWM 840X, 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 44 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 CWM 840X?

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What year was CWM 840X registered?

CWM 840X is a 1982 MG B, first registered on 13 April 1982.

Is CWM 840X safe to buy?

The MOT history for CWM 840X 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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