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KUE 359P

1975 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

76,716 mi
Last recorded76,716 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKUE 359P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 76,716 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2025 76,575 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced jacking point falling off due to corrosion and poor repair (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

diff noisy

Fail 4 Feb 2025 75,544 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive various leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 74,778 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2020 74,778 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 74,273 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 73,422 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 72,085 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 70,772 miles

Battery secured by cable ties

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

underside of vehicle showing signs of rust

Fail 2 Aug 2016 70,772 miles

Battery secured by cable ties

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

underside of vehicle showing signs of rust

Pass 22 Jul 2015 69,463 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 69,452 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Both front brakes slightly sticking

Coolant leak

Pass 4 Aug 2014 68,140 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 68,100 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 68,100 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front lower wishbone inner front bushes worn

Pass 10 May 2010 67,925 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 67,923 miles

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

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

Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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KUE 359P is a 1975 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 KUE 359P, 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 KUE 359P registered?

KUE 359P is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 6 August 1975.

Is KUE 359P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KUE 359P shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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