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CBM 270T

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

1,935 mi
Last recorded1,935 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBM 270T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2019 1,935 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive Crankshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Rear Differential slight oil leak

Offside Front Floor not fully secure Floor to castle rail very corroded (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Mar 2019 1,930 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged Stalk does not lock belt into place (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive Crankshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Radiator showing signs of corrosion and leaking coolant

Central Rear Differential slight oil leak

Nearside Front Washer bag split and leaking

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Hub oil seal slight leak

Offside Front Floor not fully secure Floor to castle rail very corroded (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2016 1,928 miles

covers on outer sills cannot fully check for corrosion

front to rear/os/r ns/r axle brake pipes cprroded

o/s n/s/f floors corroded

rear exhaust clamp insecure

Fail 10 Jun 2016 1,928 miles

Offside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

covers on outer sills cannot fully check for corrosion

front to rear/os/r ns/r axle brake pipes cprroded

o/s n/s/f floors corroded

rear exhaust clamp insecure

Pass 27 May 2014 1,789 miles

axle and front to rear brake pipes corroded

brake discs corroded

Fail 20 May 2014 1,789 miles

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

axle and front to rear brake pipes corroded

brake discs corroded

top hose/thermostat housing leaking

Pass 19 Feb 2008 1,774 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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CBM 270T is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 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 CBM 270T, 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 48 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CBM 270T registered?

CBM 270T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 17 August 1978.

Is CBM 270T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CBM 270T shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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