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KOM 188P

1975 MG B GT

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

97,424 mi
Last recorded97,424 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2015
Typical for 1975 MG B GT46,418 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKOM 188P
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1975
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Sep 2015 97,424 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Front floor corroded

Fail 26 Sep 2014 96,337 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

oversills fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2014 96,337 miles

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

oversills fitted

Fail 2 Jul 2013 96,330 miles

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 Jul 2012 94,237 miles

o/s and n/s sills blistered

slight play in steering rack

Pass 18 Apr 2011 92,499 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

all steel brake pipes srarting to corrode.

front brake discs showing signs of corrosion.

Pass 23 Sep 2009 92,295 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 92,223 miles

Oil leak

Fail 10 Jul 2007 91,986 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 91,986 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 91,265 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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KOM 188P is a 1975 MG B GT in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1975 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 46,418 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 GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KOM 188P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 51 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KOM 188P?

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What year was KOM 188P registered?

KOM 188P is a 1975 MG B GT, first registered on 3 October 1975.

Is KOM 188P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KOM 188P shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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