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CVC 838T

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,734 mi
Last recorded30,734 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2012
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVC 838T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2012 30,734 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 29,976 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Mar 2011 29,976 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 29,271 miles

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

engine oil leak

Fail 2 Oct 2009 29,271 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

engine oil leak

Pass 17 Oct 2008 28,189 miles

handbrake will soon need adjustment

Pass 29 Sep 2007 27,737 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 27,007 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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CVC 838T is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CVC 838T, 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 CVC 838T?

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What year was CVC 838T registered?

CVC 838T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 27 October 1978.

Is CVC 838T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CVC 838T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CVC 838T have outstanding finance?

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