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KNW 480N

1975 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

7,588 mi
Last recorded7,588 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2023
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNW 480N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2023 7,588 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 7,531 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 7,429 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 7,343 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 7,269 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 7,269 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2019 7,269 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 7,231 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 7,226 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 7,224 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 7,221 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 7,211 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 7,043 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 7,043 miles

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

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 7,038 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 7,011 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 6,722 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 6,720 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 6,305 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 5,692 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 5,080 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 2,192 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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KNW 480N is a 1975 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KNW 480N, 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 KNW 480N?

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What year was KNW 480N registered?

KNW 480N is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 1 June 1975.

Is KNW 480N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KNW 480N shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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