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TDM 450R

1976 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

35,330 mi
Last recorded35,330 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDM 450R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 35,330 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 34,761 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 34,269 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 34,185 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 33,524 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 33,101 miles

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

o/s wiper poor

rear suspension bolts

Pass 21 Aug 2014 32,609 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 32,073 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 31,400 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

near side rear hub seal has a slight misting of oil on back plate

Fail 1 Oct 2012 31,400 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

near side rear hub seal has a slight misting of oil on back plate

Pass 3 Oct 2011 31,246 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 30,262 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2009 29,602 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 29,130 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 28,243 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 27,850 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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TDM 450R is a 1976 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 TDM 450R, 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

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What year was TDM 450R registered?

TDM 450R is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 9 September 1976.

Is TDM 450R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDM 450R shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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