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CKV 422T

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

11,202 mi
Last recorded11,202 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2024
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCKV 422T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2024 11,202 miles

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

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both front (5.3.2 (d))

Underside floor/chassis/suspension covered in underseal

Pass 22 Feb 2017 11,166 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 10,612 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 10,605 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 10,552 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 9,861 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 8,859 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 8,859 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 7,887 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 7,055 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 7,054 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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CKV 422T is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CKV 422T, 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 CKV 422T registered?

CKV 422T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 December 1978.

Is CKV 422T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CKV 422T shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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