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KUA 12V

1979 MG B Roadster

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,895 mi
Last recorded48,895 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2011
Typical for 1979 MG B Roadster29,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKUA 12V
MakeMG
ModelB Roadster
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2011 48,895 miles

various areas of corrosion to structure but not considered excessive at time of test

Pass 4 Jun 2009 42,313 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 35,366 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 35,365 miles

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

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

Fail 2 May 2007 35,244 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 May 2007 35,244 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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KUA 12V is a 1979 MG B Roadster in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 MG B Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 29,546 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 KUA 12V, 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 47 years old, this MG B Roadster is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KUA 12V?

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What year was KUA 12V registered?

KUA 12V is a 1979 MG B Roadster, first registered on 12 October 1979.

Is KUA 12V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KUA 12V shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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