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KAA 296L

1972 MG B Roadster

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2024
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

45,589 mi
Last recorded45,589 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2023
Typical for 1972 MG B Roadster22,097 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAA 296L
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2023 45,589 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2019 45,223 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 45,086 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 45,086 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2017 44,950 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 19 May 2017 44,950 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 13 May 2016 44,763 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 44,552 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 44,143 miles

slight play lower steering column bush

Fail 6 May 2014 44,143 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight play lower steering column bush

Pass 22 May 2013 43,905 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 43,905 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 May 2012 43,326 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 42,633 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 42,239 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 18 May 2010 42,239 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 41,668 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 40,365 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 8 May 2008 40,365 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 38,847 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 38,847 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 May 2006 35,517 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 35,517 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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KAA 296L is a 1972 MG B Roadster in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 1972 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 22,097 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KAA 296L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 54 years old, this MG B Roadster is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KAA 296L registered?

KAA 296L is a 1972 MG B Roadster, first registered on 16 October 1972.

Is KAA 296L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAA 296L shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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