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TAL 950L

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,641 mi
Last recorded34,641 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAL 950L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 34,641 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 34,605 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 34,582 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 34,560 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2012 34,390 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 34,390 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 34,374 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 34,262 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 34,043 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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TAL 950L is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1973 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,472 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 TAL 950L, 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 53 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 TAL 950L?

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What year was TAL 950L registered?

TAL 950L is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1973.

Is TAL 950L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAL 950L shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TAL 950L have outstanding finance?

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