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TFC 109T

1979 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

89,163 mi
Last recorded89,163 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2010
Typical for 1979 MG Mgb50,857 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFC 109T
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2010 89,163 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Nov 2009 87,420 miles

Oil leak

corrosion starting on n/s/f.

Pass 16 Dec 2008 85,410 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2008 85,410 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 84,669 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2007 84,669 miles

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Dec 2006 83,582 miles

advice all four tyres starting to crack and split due to age

Fail 2 Dec 2006 83,577 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e) DANGEROUS

Shock absorber has an excessively worn linkage (2.7.4) DANGEROUS

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

advice all four tyres starting to crack and split due to age

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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TFC 109T is a 1979 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1979 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 50,857 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TFC 109T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 47 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TFC 109T?

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What year was TFC 109T registered?

TFC 109T is a 1979 MG Mgb, first registered on 21 February 1979.

Is TFC 109T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFC 109T shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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