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CBW 853K

1971 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2010
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,203 mi
Last recorded94,203 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2009
Typical for 1971 MG B GT39,353 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBW 853K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2009 94,203 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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CBW 853K is a 1971 MG B GT in Yellow with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 39,353 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CBW 853K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 55 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CBW 853K registered?

CBW 853K is a 1971 MG B GT, first registered on 4 August 1971.

Is CBW 853K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CBW 853K shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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