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KPU 5N

1974 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

72,541 mi
Last recorded72,541 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPU 5N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 72,541 miles

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

Nearside and offside rear leaf spring bushes slightly deteriorated

Fail 6 Feb 2018 72,540 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Nearside and offside rear leaf spring bushes slightly deteriorated

Pass 20 Feb 2017 71,737 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 70,785 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 70,363 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 69,638 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 69,622 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2012 69,533 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 69,100 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 68,845 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 May 2009 68,368 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 May 2008 65,063 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 64,248 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 62,882 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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KPU 5N is a 1974 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1974 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 41,928 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 KPU 5N, 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 52 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KPU 5N?

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What year was KPU 5N registered?

KPU 5N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 6 December 1974.

Is KPU 5N safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPU 5N shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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