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CMO 774V

1979 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

37,216 mi
Last recorded37,216 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2011
Typical for 1979 MG Mgb50,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCMO 774V
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2011 37,216 miles

both inner and outer sills + floor have been repaired weld not continuous but not in a pescribed area

front to rear steel brake pipe rusted

lifft in both front kingpins

near side front inner wing corroded/holed

off side front steel brake pipe rusted

rear springs worn

slight free play in steering column

Fail 13 Apr 2011 37,181 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

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

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

both inner and outer sills + floor have been repaired weld not continuous but not in a pescribed area

front to rear steel brake pipe rusted

lifft in both front kingpins

near side front inner wing corroded/holed

off side front steel brake pipe rusted

rear springs worn

slight free play in steering column

Pass 16 Jun 2009 37,125 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 37,115 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2008 37,040 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2008 37,031 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2007 36,647 miles

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

Coolant leak

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

front cross member and rear chassis surface corrosion

Pass 16 Feb 2006 34,487 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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CMO 774V is a 1979 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1979 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 50,857 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 CMO 774V, 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 47 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CMO 774V registered?

CMO 774V is a 1979 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is CMO 774V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CMO 774V shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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