MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
89,768 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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There is oil leaking from the rear of the gearbox.
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
engine has an oil leak
front bumper lower trim loose
n/s/f and o/s/f tyres have a nail in their treads
o/s/r axle rebound strap snapped
o/s/r brake sticking
Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
engine has an oil leak
front bumper lower trim loose
n/s/f and o/s/f tyres have a nail in their treads
o/s/r axle rebound strap snapped
o/s/r brake sticking
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
hydrocabons high at idle
locking devices on offside front lower wish bone only just activated
oil leak
How Reliable is the MG B?
Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.
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CPT 533S 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 71.4%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 CPT 533S, 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.
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What year was CPT 533S registered?
CPT 533S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 11 January 1978.
Is CPT 533S safe to buy?
The MOT history for CPT 533S shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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