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TCJ 736S

1978 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

78,469 mi
Last recorded78,469 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCJ 736S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 78,469 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 78,448 miles

Coolant leak heater valve ()

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2018 78,414 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 78,414 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 78,358 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 78,291 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 78,291 miles

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

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 78,247 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 78,174 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 78,145 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 78,142 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 78,075 miles

n/s rear brake binding slightly

Pass 16 Jun 2011 78,045 miles

rear brakes binding slightly

Fail 8 Jun 2011 78,031 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 22 Jun 2010 77,928 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 77,122 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 74,828 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 74,803 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Pass 30 May 2006 72,945 miles
Fail 27 May 2006 72,945 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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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TCJ 736S is a 1978 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 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 TCJ 736S, 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 48 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 TCJ 736S?

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What year was TCJ 736S registered?

TCJ 736S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is TCJ 736S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCJ 736S shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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