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CRK 27T

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

42,130 mi
Last recorded42,130 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCRK 27T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2018 42,130 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2017 41,892 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 Jun 2016 41,774 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 41,521 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 41,484 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

both half shaft seals leaking

fuel tank showing signs of slight leak

Fail 10 Jun 2014 41,768 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

both half shaft seals leaking

fuel tank showing signs of slight leak

Pass 7 Jun 2013 41,262 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 41,259 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 41,181 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 40,944 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 40,439 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 39,875 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 39,137 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 38,364 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 37,123 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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CRK 27T is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 CRK 27T, 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 CRK 27T registered?

CRK 27T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 8 December 1978.

Is CRK 27T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CRK 27T shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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