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CWX 893T

1978 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,671 mi
Last recorded64,671 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWX 893T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 64,671 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 63,660 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 60,432 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 53,938 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 53,938 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 50,920 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 42,562 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 42,562 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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CWX 893T is a 1978 MG B in Black 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 CWX 893T, 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 CWX 893T?

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What year was CWX 893T registered?

CWX 893T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 23 August 1978.

Is CWX 893T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CWX 893T 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 CWX 893T have outstanding finance?

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