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MAK 191P

1976 MG B

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

56,844 mi
Last recorded56,844 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAK 191P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 56,844 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 56,685 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 56,317 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 55,741 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 54,981 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 54,430 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 53,828 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 53,299 miles

N/s front floor strengthening section holed

Pass 4 Apr 2018 52,550 miles

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

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

headlamp beam defectors fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2017 51,663 miles

n/s/f & both rear tyres have surface cracks

Fail 31 Mar 2017

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/f & both rear tyres have surface cracks

Pass 1 Jul 2014 51,190 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 51,173 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 51,080 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 50,993 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 50,993 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 50,974 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 50,974 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 50,885 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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MAK 191P is a 1976 MG B in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 MAK 191P, 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

How do I check the history of MAK 191P?

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What year was MAK 191P registered?

MAK 191P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 5 May 1976.

Is MAK 191P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAK 191P shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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