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TAO 13N

1974 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

59,136 mi
Last recorded59,136 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 1974 MG Mgb46,540 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAO 13N
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 59,136 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement forward (2.4.B.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 58,652 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 58,194 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 57,958 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 57,298 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 56,577 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 55,553 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 54,191 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 53,255 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 52,893 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 52,416 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 51,698 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 51,053 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 51,053 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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TAO 13N is a 1974 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1974 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 46,540 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 TAO 13N, 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 52 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TAO 13N?

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What year was TAO 13N registered?

TAO 13N is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 17 September 1974.

Is TAO 13N safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAO 13N 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 TAO 13N have outstanding finance?

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