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CFN 749W

1980 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2022
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,133 mi
Last recorded19,133 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2021
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFN 749W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2021 19,133 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 19,022 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 19,004 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 19,004 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Apr 2005 19,000 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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CFN 749W is a 1980 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CFN 749W, 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 CFN 749W?

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What year was CFN 749W registered?

CFN 749W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is CFN 749W safe to buy?

The MOT history for CFN 749W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CFN 749W have outstanding finance?

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