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KPB 555K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

1,260 mi
Last recorded1,260 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2020
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPB 555K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2020 1,260 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 1,237 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 1,237 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 1,237 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 1,237 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 1,236 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 1,236 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 1,236 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 1,234 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 1,230 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 1,230 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 1,225 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 1,185 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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KPB 555K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 KPB 555K, 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 54 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 KPB 555K registered?

KPB 555K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 14 February 1972.

Is KPB 555K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPB 555K shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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