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TGO 978M

1973 MG B

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

45,845 mi
Last recorded45,845 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2020
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGO 978M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2020 45,845 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 45,812 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 45,775 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 45,438 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 45,162 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 45,098 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 45,035 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 44,854 miles

hazard lights not working

Fail 23 Aug 2012 44,854 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

hazard lights not working

Pass 20 Aug 2011 44,658 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 44,334 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 44,077 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 43,658 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 43,280 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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TGO 978M is a 1973 MG B in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 TGO 978M, 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

How do I check the history of TGO 978M?

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What year was TGO 978M registered?

TGO 978M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 29 August 1973.

Is TGO 978M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGO 978M shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TGO 978M have outstanding finance?

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