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KGH 331K

1971 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

92,678 mi
Last recorded92,678 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGH 331K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 92,678 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 92,440 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 92,359 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 91,050 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 90,109 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 88,711 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 88,087 miles

advise play osr wheel bearing

Pass 8 Sep 2015 87,229 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 86,662 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 86,374 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 86,374 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 85,724 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2012 85,724 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 84,881 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 84,881 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel fitment excessively worn between the wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Offside Front Wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting (4.2.B.5)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 84,240 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 5 Aug 2010 84,239 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 83,470 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 83,131 miles

underbody slightly corroded not to x/s at time of test.

Pass 7 Aug 2007 83,058 miles

underbody slightly corroded not to x/s at time of test.

Pass 4 Aug 2006 82,955 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 82,955 miles

Offside Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

n/s/f brake binding slightly.

underbody condition poor corrosion evident no holes made with c.a.t.

Pass 26 Jul 2005 82,827 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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KGH 331K is a 1971 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 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 KGH 331K, 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 55 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KGH 331K registered?

KGH 331K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 16 August 1971.

Is KGH 331K safe to buy?

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