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KKP 998L

1985 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

4,540 mi
Last recorded4,540 miles
Recorded on25 May 2017
Typical for 1985 MG B20,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKKP 998L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2017 4,540 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 4,391 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2016 4,379 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2015 4,125 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 3,769 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 2,987 miles

nearside rear tyre has damage to outer sidewall but no structure exposed

Pass 22 May 2012 2,235 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 1,118 miles

slight play in offside fulcrum pin

Fail 17 May 2011 1,076 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

slight play in offside fulcrum pin

Pass 17 May 2010 171 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 99,355 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 98,746 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 98,261 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 97,503 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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KKP 998L is a 1985 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1985 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 20,177 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 KKP 998L, 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 41 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 KKP 998L?

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What year was KKP 998L registered?

KKP 998L is a 1985 MG B, first registered on 25 June 1985.

Is KKP 998L safe to buy?

The MOT history for KKP 998L shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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