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KEM 788P

1976 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

14,631 mi
Last recorded14,631 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2015
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEM 788P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2015 14,631 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 12,019 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 12,007 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2013 12,007 miles

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

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 11,591 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

o/s/f tyre as slight cracking to side wall

Fail 9 Aug 2012 11,586 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak

o/s/f tyre as slight cracking to side wall

Pass 9 Aug 2011 10,874 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 10,783 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 10,783 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 May 2008 10,744 miles
Fail 9 May 2007 10,666 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Pass 9 May 2007 10,666 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 10,538 miles

HORN WORKS INTERMITTENTLY WHEN STEER WHEEL IS TURNED P/R/S

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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KEM 788P is a 1976 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 KEM 788P, 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 KEM 788P?

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What year was KEM 788P registered?

KEM 788P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 25 June 1976.

Is KEM 788P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KEM 788P shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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