MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
49,968 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front suspension locking device ineffective (2.5.A.4)
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)
Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)
Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
How Reliable is the MG B?
Based on 191,608 MOT tests across 19,443 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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KCR 196L is a 1998 MG B in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1998 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 24,549 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KCR 196L, 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 28 years old, this MG B is still in the earlier part of its expected life.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of KCR 196L?
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What year was KCR 196L registered?
KCR 196L is a 1998 MG B, first registered on 5 November 1998.
Is KCR 196L safe to buy?
The MOT history for KCR 196L shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does KCR 196L have outstanding finance?
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