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TCF 817S

1977 MG B

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

67,397 mi
Last recorded67,397 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCF 817S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 67,397 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 66,988 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 66,579 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 66,108 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 66,108 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 11 Apr 2014 65,844 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 65,844 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 65,456 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 65,209 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 64,682 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 64,338 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 63,882 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 63,522 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 63,261 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 62,845 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 62,845 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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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TCF 817S is a 1977 MG B in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 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 TCF 817S, 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 49 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TCF 817S?

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What year was TCF 817S registered?

TCF 817S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 4 November 1977.

Is TCF 817S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCF 817S shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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