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TBW 789P

1976 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

33,713 mi
Last recorded33,713 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBW 789P
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2018 33,713 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 33,568 miles

vehicle covered in underseal

Pass 25 May 2016 33,427 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE COVERED IN THICK UNDERSEAL NOT ALLOWING FOR FULL INSPECTION

Pass 23 Apr 2015 33,419 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 33,419 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 33,410 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2009 33,335 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 32,109 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 32,109 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 27,542 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 25,105 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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TBW 789P is a 1976 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 TBW 789P, 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 TBW 789P?

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What year was TBW 789P registered?

TBW 789P is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 17 June 1976.

Is TBW 789P safe to buy?

The MOT history for TBW 789P shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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