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KCW 138N

1975 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

10,863 mi
Last recorded10,863 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2024
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCW 138N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2024 10,863 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 10,763 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 10,712 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 10,260 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2021 10,257 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 9,427 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 9,125 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 8,602 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 8,602 miles

Offside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 8,181 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 7,562 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 6,929 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 6,200 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 5,114 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 4,596 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 3,996 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 3,326 miles

excessive corrosion offside chassis rail outside of pescribed areas

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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KCW 138N is a 1975 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1975 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 41,922 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 KCW 138N, 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 51 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KCW 138N?

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What year was KCW 138N registered?

KCW 138N is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1975.

Is KCW 138N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KCW 138N shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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