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CLU 258T

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

66,883 mi
Last recorded66,883 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLU 258T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 66,883 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 66,821 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 66,778 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 66,747 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2011 66,741 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 66,674 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 66,478 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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CLU 258T is a 1978 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CLU 258T, 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

How do I check the history of CLU 258T?

You can check the full history of CLU 258T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CLU 258T registered?

CLU 258T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 15 September 1978.

Is CLU 258T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLU 258T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CLU 258T have outstanding finance?

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