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KJO 914S

1978 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,557 mi
Last recorded77,557 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJO 914S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 77,557 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 76,307 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 74,926 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 74,924 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 11 May 2022 73,322 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 71,835 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 71,578 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 71,086 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 71,063 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 70,496 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

n/s headlamp aim set at lower and rightmost limts

n/s washer jet blocked

rear brake application is slightly uneven

Pass 10 Feb 2014 69,996 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 69,952 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 69,827 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 69,746 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 69,616 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 69,614 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 69,599 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 69,541 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2005 69,427 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2005 69,426 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.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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KJO 914S is a 1978 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KJO 914S, 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 KJO 914S?

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What year was KJO 914S registered?

KJO 914S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 April 1978.

Is KJO 914S safe to buy?

The MOT history for KJO 914S shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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