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KPB 912P

1975 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

20,426 mi
Last recorded20,426 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPB 912P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 20,426 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 17,721 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 17,719 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 17,719 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 17,583 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 17,566 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 17,456 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 17,200 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 16,658 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 16,590 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2009 16,494 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 16,485 miles

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 15,953 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 15,953 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 15,722 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 15,518 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 15,511 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jun 2005 14,860 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 912P is a 1975 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 912P, 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 KPB 912P registered?

KPB 912P is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1975.

Is KPB 912P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPB 912P shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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