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KNK 83N

1974 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,967 mi
Last recorded94,967 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2012
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNK 83N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2012 94,967 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 10 Jun 2011 94,242 miles

offside front suspension bump stop missing.

some lift in front steering trunions.

Fail 8 Jun 2011 94,238 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside front suspension bump stop missing.

some lift in front steering trunions.

Pass 4 May 2010 93,571 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 92,414 miles

O/s/r shock absorber leaking

Fail 19 May 2009 92,414 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

O/s/r shock absorber leaking

Pass 27 May 2008 92,320 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 92,110 miles

corrosion n/s/r lower wing panel

lift in both front swivel pins

Pass 12 May 2006 91,937 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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KNK 83N is a 1974 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1974 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 41,928 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 KNK 83N, 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 52 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 KNK 83N?

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What year was KNK 83N registered?

KNK 83N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 20 December 1974.

Is KNK 83N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KNK 83N shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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