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TCJ 818S

1978 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

16,865 mi
Last recorded16,865 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 1978 MG B49,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCJ 818S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 16,865 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 16,544 miles

advise o/s inner rack end slight wear

Pass 8 May 2015 16,283 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 May 2014 15,729 miles

advise slight surface corrosion to front suspension

Pass 4 May 2013 15,436 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 15,076 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 13,982 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 12,796 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 12,474 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 12,472 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 12,350 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 12,271 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 11,438 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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TCJ 818S is a 1978 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1978 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 49,048 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 TCJ 818S, 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 48 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 TCJ 818S?

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What year was TCJ 818S registered?

TCJ 818S is a 1978 MG B, first registered on 23 March 1978.

Is TCJ 818S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCJ 818S shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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