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TGK 86M

1973 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

4,412 mi
Last recorded4,412 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGK 86M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2018 4,412 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear brake performance low

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2017 4,347 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Jan 2016 4,224 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 4,107 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 4,008 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 3,974 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 3,943 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 3,865 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 3,732 miles

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

some inbalance at rear brakes

underbody shows welded repairs

Pass 12 May 2008 3,691 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside rear axle retaining rubber strap broken

Pass 3 May 2007 3,598 miles
Fail 1 May 2007 3,598 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

corrosion on nearside front outer sill but not within 30cm of any load bearing point

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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TGK 86M is a 1973 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 TGK 86M, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TGK 86M registered?

TGK 86M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 24 August 1973.

Is TGK 86M safe to buy?

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