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KPN 177P

1975 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

76,555 mi
Last recorded76,555 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2018
Typical for 1975 MG Mgb44,924 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPN 177P
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2018 76,555 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 76,064 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 75,657 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 75,473 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 75,327 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 75,327 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Dec 2013 75,225 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2013 75,225 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 74,375 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 74,375 miles

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

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Fail 28 Sep 2011 73,829 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 73,829 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 72,927 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 67,813 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 56,107 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 36,254 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 36,254 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2006 31,338 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2006 31,338 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

Rear Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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KPN 177P is a 1975 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 KPN 177P, 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 KPN 177P?

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What year was KPN 177P registered?

KPN 177P is a 1975 MG Mgb, first registered on 20 August 1975.

Is KPN 177P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPN 177P shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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