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CYY 228G

1976 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

32,152 mi
Last recorded32,152 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2022
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCYY 228G
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2022 32,152 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 29,791 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 29,595 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 259,536 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 29,498 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 29,381 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 29,381 miles

Central Lower Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 29,131 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 28,991 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 28,708 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 28,538 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 28,188 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 27,801 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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CYY 228G is a 1976 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 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 CYY 228G, 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 50 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 CYY 228G?

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What year was CYY 228G registered?

CYY 228G is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 3 September 1976.

Is CYY 228G safe to buy?

The MOT history for CYY 228G shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CYY 228G have outstanding finance?

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