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KNY 172P

1975 MG Mgb

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,691 mi
Last recorded58,691 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1975 MG Mgb44,924 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKNY 172P
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 58,691 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 May 2017 58,634 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 May 2016 58,599 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 58,280 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 58,266 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both rear tyres are becoming perished

Pass 8 May 2014 58,258 miles

all four tyres showing signs of perishment and cracking

Pass 4 May 2012 58,245 miles

grease seals on offside lower trunion starting to break up.

hand brake cable mounting broken.

Fail 4 May 2012 58,245 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

grease seals on offside lower trunion starting to break up.

hand brake cable mounting broken.

Pass 20 Jan 2011 58,199 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 58,193 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 58,072 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 58,072 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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KNY 172P is a 1975 MG Mgb in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1975 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 44,924 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KNY 172P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 51 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KNY 172P?

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What year was KNY 172P registered?

KNY 172P is a 1975 MG Mgb, first registered on 19 August 1975.

Is KNY 172P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KNY 172P shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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