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BKM 85T

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

33,828 mi
Last recorded33,828 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2020
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKM 85T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2020 33,828 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 33,223 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 31,945 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 30,633 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 29,068 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 72,176 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 24,397 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 21,619 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 20,007 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 19,406 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 19,045 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 18,499 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 18,494 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 18,273 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 18,273 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

underside car corroded †underside car undersealed

Pass 5 Aug 2006 17,605 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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BKM 85T is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BKM 85T, 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 BKM 85T?

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What year was BKM 85T registered?

BKM 85T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is BKM 85T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKM 85T shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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