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KBR 116T

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

17,343 mi
Last recorded17,343 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBR 116T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 17,343 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Aug 2025 17,324 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 16,790 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2021 16,786 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2019 14,819 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 13,040 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 12,492 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 12,468 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 12,313 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 11,941 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 10,862 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 10,484 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 8,734 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 8,734 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Mechanical brake component securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1i)

Battery insecure

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2006 7,109 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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KBR 116T is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 KBR 116T, 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 KBR 116T?

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What year was KBR 116T registered?

KBR 116T is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 10 August 1978.

Is KBR 116T safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBR 116T shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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