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KNV 856P

1975 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

48,954 mi
Last recorded48,954 miles
Recorded on20 May 2019
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNV 856P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2019 48,954 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 May 2018 48,815 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 48,814 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 May 2017 48,730 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 3 May 2016 48,633 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 May 2015 48,363 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 48,025 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 47,842 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 47,754 miles

Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 23 May 2011 47,577 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Inner Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

offside front bump stop missing

Pass 21 May 2010 47,027 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 46,844 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 46,386 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 45,762 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 44,395 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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KNV 856P is a 1975 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 KNV 856P, 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

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What year was KNV 856P registered?

KNV 856P is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1975.

Is KNV 856P safe to buy?

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