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KPG 470W

1980 MG B Roadster

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

9,353 mi
Last recorded9,353 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2023
Typical for 1980 MG B Roadster36,491 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPG 470W
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2023 9,353 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 9,223 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 8,942 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 8,735 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 8,664 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Fail 7 Jun 2017 8,664 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Jul 2016 8,471 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 8,292 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 8,223 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 8,223 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 8,085 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 8,085 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 7,958 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 7,952 miles

rear exhaust slightly fouling handbrake cable

Pass 8 Jul 2010 7,829 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 7,829 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 7,678 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 2 Jul 2008 6,685 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 6,685 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 6,159 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 6,159 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Propshaft component defective

Pass 15 Jun 2006 5,871 miles

How Reliable is the MG B Roadster?

Based on 3,612 MOT tests across 302 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
401
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
302
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 81
brake binding 75
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 65
Stop lamp not working 64
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 57
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KPG 470W is a 1980 MG B Roadster in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1980 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 36,491 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 Roadster fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 81 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KPG 470W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B Roadster typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 46 years old, this MG B Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KPG 470W registered?

KPG 470W is a 1980 MG B Roadster, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is KPG 470W safe to buy?

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