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KBP 828P

1976 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,386 mi
Last recorded56,386 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBP 828P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 56,386 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

ns sill holed non structural

Pass 15 Jan 2018 56,386 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 56,386 miles

Nearside Front Upper Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 56,385 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 56,376 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 56,376 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 56,372 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jun 2014 56,372 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 56,364 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 56,335 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 56,333 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Steering column damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 55,302 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 54,516 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 53,871 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 53,131 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 51,892 miles

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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KBP 828P is a 1976 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1976 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 44,791 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 KBP 828P, 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 50 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 KBP 828P?

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What year was KBP 828P registered?

KBP 828P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 25 March 1976.

Is KBP 828P safe to buy?

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