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CJY 506C

1965 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

88,713 mi
Last recorded88,713 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2014
Typical for 1965 MG Mgb40,751 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJY 506C
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2014 88,713 miles

uneven rear brake application

Fail 18 Sep 2014 88,713 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

uneven rear brake application

Pass 11 Sep 2013 88,698 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2013 88,698 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 88,675 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 88,661 miles

clutch flexy hose split

Pass 28 Sep 2010 88,554 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2010 88,551 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 88,384 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 88,384 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 88,363 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 88,363 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 88,280 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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CJY 506C is a 1965 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1965 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 40,751 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CJY 506C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 61 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CJY 506C registered?

CJY 506C is a 1965 MG Mgb, first registered on 17 March 1965.

Is CJY 506C safe to buy?

The MOT history for CJY 506C shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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