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KWR 978N

1976 MG B

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

21,719 mi
Last recorded21,719 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2006
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWR 978N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Jul 2006 21,719 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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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KWR 978N is a 1976 MG B in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 KWR 978N, 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

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What year was KWR 978N registered?

KWR 978N is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 1 January 1976.

Is KWR 978N safe to buy?

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