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CVW 450T

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

72,813 mi
Last recorded72,813 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2013
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCVW 450T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2013 72,813 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 72,295 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 72,286 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)

Fail 12 May 2009 71,078 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 12 May 2009 71,078 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 70,150 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 68,780 miles

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

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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CVW 450T is a 1978 MG B in Blue 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 CVW 450T, 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 CVW 450T?

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What year was CVW 450T registered?

CVW 450T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 12 September 1978.

Is CVW 450T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CVW 450T 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.

Does CVW 450T have outstanding finance?

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