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KMP 717W

1981 MG B

Bronze Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,504 mi
Last recorded16,504 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2018
Typical for 1981 MG B52,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMP 717W
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1981
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2018 16,504 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 16,024 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 15,260 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 14,465 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 14,463 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 13,410 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 12,258 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 12,256 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 10,515 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 9,176 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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KMP 717W is a 1981 MG B in Bronze with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 52,343 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 KMP 717W, 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 45 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 KMP 717W?

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What year was KMP 717W registered?

KMP 717W is a 1981 MG B, first registered on 10 February 1981.

Is KMP 717W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KMP 717W shows 10 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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