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CCG 590V

1980 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

46,041 mi
Last recorded46,041 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCCG 590V
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 46,041 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

main beam tell tale not working

Fail 31 Jul 2024 46,036 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

main beam tell tale not working

Pass 12 Jul 2022 45,813 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 45,660 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 45,381 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 45,043 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 45,041 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 44,556 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 44,086 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 43,336 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 42,628 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 23 May 2014 42,147 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 20 May 2013 41,200 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 22 May 2012 40,042 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 38,765 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 37,769 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 37,567 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 37,424 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 37,124 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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CCG 590V is a 1980 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 CCG 590V, 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

How do I check the history of CCG 590V?

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What year was CCG 590V registered?

CCG 590V is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 16 June 1980.

Is CCG 590V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CCG 590V shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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