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CBP 800W

1980 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

74,004 mi
Last recorded74,004 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2019
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBP 800W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2019 74,004 miles

Engine oil leak

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn kingpin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 73,506 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Pass 27 Apr 2017 73,278 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 72,821 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 72,807 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 72,329 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 71,908 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 71,905 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 71,290 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 70,436 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 68,861 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 68,421 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 67,219 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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CBP 800W is a 1980 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1980 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 50,608 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 CBP 800W, 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 46 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 CBP 800W registered?

CBP 800W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is CBP 800W safe to buy?

The MOT history for CBP 800W shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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