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TGN 144R

1976 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,629 mi
Last recorded7,629 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2013
Typical for 1976 MG B44,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGN 144R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1976
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2013 7,629 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

sticker in bottom corner of windscreen

Pass 19 Jun 2012 7,336 miles

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

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

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

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

gearbox oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2011 6,881 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 6,879 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 May 2010 5,651 miles

n/s/r brake only just meeting requirements

Fail 21 May 2010 5,651 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

n/s/r brake only just meeting requirements

Fail 14 May 2010 5,639 miles

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

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 3,410 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 2,440 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 1,001 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 905 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 99,772 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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TGN 144R is a 1976 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 TGN 144R, 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 TGN 144R registered?

TGN 144R is a 1976 MG B, first registered on 1 December 1976.

Is TGN 144R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGN 144R shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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