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CFN 750W

1980 MG B

Orange Petrol 1950cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

40,686 mi
Last recorded40,686 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2021
Typical for 1980 MG B50,608 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCFN 750W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2021 40,686 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 40,570 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2019 40,370 miles

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2018 39,975 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2017 39,483 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Nov 2016 38,531 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 37,940 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 37,066 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 35,744 miles

Both Front & Rear Number Plates Damaged--Rear Slightly Discoloured

Braded Brake Hoses Fitted

Center Exhaust Joint Leaking--Repaired With Paste---RECOMMEND ATTENTION

Oil Leaks

Play In Steering Rack

Fail 22 Oct 2013 35,741 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Both Front & Rear Number Plates Damaged--Rear Slightly Discoloured

Braded Brake Hoses Fitted

Center Exhaust Joint Leaking--Repaired With Paste---RECOMMEND ATTENTION

Oil Leaks

Play In Steering Rack

Pass 13 Oct 2012 35,228 miles

Offside Rear Fuel hose slightly chafed (7.2.2)

all four tyres outer side wall are cracking

large rear brkr imbalence

Pass 13 Oct 2011 34,574 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 33,960 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 33,034 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 32,477 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 30,346 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 28,097 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 28,095 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Fail 29 Aug 2006 28,090 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Nearside Outer Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2005 26,884 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 750W is a 1980 MG B in Orange with a 1,950cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 750W, 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.

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What year was CFN 750W registered?

CFN 750W is a 1980 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is CFN 750W safe to buy?

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