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CGT 339S

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,931 mi
Last recorded16,931 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGT 339S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2018 16,931 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 15,586 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 15,487 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 May 2017 14,711 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 13,657 miles

advise off side rear damper weaping

advise slight play off side front king pin

Pass 27 May 2015 12,630 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 11,471 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 10,691 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 10,691 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 9,979 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Propshaft component defective

transmission stabiliser bolt missing.

Fail 25 Aug 2011 9,979 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Propshaft component defective

transmission stabiliser bolt missing.

Pass 14 Jul 2006 9,212 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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CGT 339S is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 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 CGT 339S, 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 48 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 CGT 339S registered?

CGT 339S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 16 June 1978.

Is CGT 339S safe to buy?

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