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NKN 282P

1976 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

8,054 mi
Last recorded8,054 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNKN 282P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 8,054 miles

Front Coil spring corroded BOTH coil springs corroding (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 8,028 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Spare tyre defective Under inflated ()

Pass 31 Jan 2020 7,982 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 29 Jan 2020 7,982 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 Feb 2019 7,935 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 7,926 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2016 7,740 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2016 7,740 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 5,754 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 3,251 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 3,063 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 2,677 miles

main beam warning lamp not illuminating

Pass 11 May 2011 2,487 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 1,284 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 1,085 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 1,085 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2008 1,048 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 918 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 290 miles

headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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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NKN 282P is a 1976 MG B in White 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 NKN 282P, 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 NKN 282P?

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What year was NKN 282P registered?

NKN 282P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 28 April 1976.

Is NKN 282P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NKN 282P 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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