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CPE 575H

1970 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,179 mi
Last recorded22,179 miles
Recorded on9 May 2024
Typical for 1970 MG Mgb31,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPE 575H
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 9 May 2024 22,179 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2020 22,173 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2019 22,166 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 22,163 miles

engine oil leaks

front brake discs rustie

rear diff oil leak

Pass 18 Nov 2016 22,157 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 22,141 miles

front brake discs rustie

rear diff oil leak/rack boot slight oil leak/engine oil leak

Pass 15 Nov 2014 22,127 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED

NEARSIDE FRONT WHEEL BEARING SLIGHT PLAY

OIL LEAKS

REAR DIFF NOISEY

Pass 19 Oct 2013 22,104 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS CORRODED

NEARSIDE FRONT WHEEL BEARING SLIGHT PLAY

OFFSIDE REAR DIFF NOISEY

OIL LEAKS

Pass 16 Nov 2012 22,062 miles

Nearside Front Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Offside Front Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Offside Rear Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

brake discs pitted

Pass 18 Nov 2011 22,006 miles

brake discs pitted

slight play in both front wheels

slight play o/s/r wheel

Pass 19 Nov 2010 21,960 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS PITTED

NEARSIDE FRONT WHEEL BEARING SLIGHT

NEARSIDE REAR REV LIGHT STAYING

Pass 28 Nov 2009 21,923 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 21,888 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 19 Sep 2008 21,885 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 21,878 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 21,795 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 21,795 miles

Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Fail 11 Aug 2006 21,792 miles

Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Front Brake pipe twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Suspension arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Nearside Leaf spring anchor bracket fractured (2.4.B.6b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Steering column retaining device missing (2.1.6)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front propshaft worn

fuel pipe rubbing aginst gearbox bell housing

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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CPE 575H is a 1970 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1970 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 31,791 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 CPE 575H, 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 56 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 CPE 575H registered?

CPE 575H is a 1970 MG Mgb, first registered on 29 May 1970.

Is CPE 575H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPE 575H shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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