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KWS 908P

1976 MG Mgb

Brown Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

35,469 mi
Last recorded35,469 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 1976 MG Mgb29,900 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWS 908P
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1976
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 35,469 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 33,622 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 33,622 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit damaged and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 32,133 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 31,500 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 31,309 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 31,191 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 31,052 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 30,354 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 29,667 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 29,311 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 29,303 miles

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

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

rear rubber fuel pipe perished,osr axle strap slight tear in bonding

Pass 15 Feb 2006 28,847 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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KWS 908P is a 1976 MG Mgb in Brown with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1976 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 29,900 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KWS 908P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 50 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KWS 908P registered?

KWS 908P is a 1976 MG Mgb, first registered on 20 February 1976.

Is KWS 908P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWS 908P shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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