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TCK 527T

1979 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

24,570 mi
Last recorded24,570 miles
Recorded on18 May 2022
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCK 527T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2022 24,570 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 23,400 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 22,391 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 21,673 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 19,679 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 189,531 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 17,437 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 17,437 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 15,987 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 14,560 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 12,892 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 9,976 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 7,279 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 6,146 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 3,399 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 1,836 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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TCK 527T is a 1979 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1979 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 52,384 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 TCK 527T, 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 47 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 TCK 527T?

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What year was TCK 527T registered?

TCK 527T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 22 June 1979.

Is TCK 527T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCK 527T shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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