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KAA 961S

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2023
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

90,753 mi
Last recorded90,753 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAA 961S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 90,753 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 90,573 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2021 90,573 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2018 89,993 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Oct 2018 89,992 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up both (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2017 89,117 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 88,892 miles

Nearside Rear tyre slightly cracked on outer edge

front both seat release mechanism slighyly worn

front both wheel bearing slight play

Pass 10 Dec 2015 87,895 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 27 Nov 2015 87,893 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded centre outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to cylinder (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 86,354 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 86,354 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Rear Fuel pipe excessively chafed (7.2.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear diff leaking

Pass 22 Nov 2013 83,963 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 83,963 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 82,782 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 82,758 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 82,745 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 82,737 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 82,475 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 82,173 miles

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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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KAA 961S is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 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 KAA 961S, 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 48 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KAA 961S?

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What year was KAA 961S registered?

KAA 961S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 July 1978.

Is KAA 961S safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAA 961S shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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