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KDW 143F

1978 MG B

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,515 mi
Last recorded3,515 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKDW 143F
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 3,515 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 13 Jun 2025 3,515 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes coated (1.1.11 (c))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2022 2,035 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 1,789 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 1,622 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 1,595 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 1,581 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 1,578 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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KDW 143F is a 1978 MG B in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KDW 143F, 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 KDW 143F?

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What year was KDW 143F registered?

KDW 143F is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is KDW 143F safe to buy?

The MOT history for KDW 143F shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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