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BKM 993T

1978 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

69,892 mi
Last recorded69,892 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKM 993T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 69,892 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2016 69,418 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 68,790 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 67,673 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 66,000 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 64,931 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 May 2011 63,891 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 63,891 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 18 May 2010 61,588 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 59,743 miles

rear outer wings corroded

Pass 1 May 2008 58,619 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 57,581 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 56,156 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 993T is a 1978 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 993T, 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 993T?

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What year was BKM 993T registered?

BKM 993T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 2 December 1978.

Is BKM 993T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKM 993T 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.

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