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CGV 605L

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,107 mi
Last recorded21,107 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCGV 605L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 21,107 miles

Oil leak engine slight ()

Oil leak gearbox slight ()

Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel corroded slightly (2.4.A.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 20,977 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 20,599 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 20,489 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 20,489 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

oil leak

pas rack damp

sills have covers

slight play in n/s/f inner steering arm

slight play in n/s/f kingpin

Pass 2 Jun 2010 20,324 miles

indicators begining to go slow

slight lift in near side kingpin

slight play in nearside inner steering arm joint

Pass 8 Jun 2009 20,062 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 20,062 miles

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

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2008 19,653 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 19,113 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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CGV 605L is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1973 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,472 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 CGV 605L, 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 53 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CGV 605L registered?

CGV 605L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1973.

Is CGV 605L safe to buy?

The MOT history for CGV 605L shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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