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TAR 650M

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

73,234 mi
Last recorded73,234 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2020
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAR 650M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2020 73,234 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jackig point / outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point / outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 May 2020 73,284 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jackig point / outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point / outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 72,011 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 70,680 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 69,435 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 67,792 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 65,897 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 65,897 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 63,816 miles

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

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

rear exhaust mounting broken

Pass 25 Apr 2013 62,314 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2013 62,314 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 61,062 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 59,444 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 58,223 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 55,690 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 53,594 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2007 50,937 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 50,937 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 47,727 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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TAR 650M is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 TAR 650M, 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.

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What year was TAR 650M registered?

TAR 650M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 8 October 1973.

Is TAR 650M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAR 650M shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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