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TCE 173K

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,131 mi
Last recorded97,131 miles
Recorded on6 May 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCE 173K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2017 97,131 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 96,425 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 95,619 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 94,951 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 94,546 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 94,054 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 93,779 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 93,779 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 93,510 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 93,236 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Mar 2009 93,233 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2008 92,449 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 92,270 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 92,265 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 17 May 2006 92,262 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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TCE 173K is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 TCE 173K, 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 54 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 TCE 173K registered?

TCE 173K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 3 January 1972.

Is TCE 173K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCE 173K shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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