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TCP 79T

1979 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

79,580 mi
Last recorded79,580 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 1979 MG B52,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCP 79T
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023 79,580 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 79,575 miles

Rear Fuel hose slightly perished

Pass 9 Jul 2021 79,508 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 79,508 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2020 79,484 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 79,402 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 79,325 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 79,194 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 79,132 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 79,033 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 78,784 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 78,277 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 77,996 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 77,591 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 77,169 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 76,503 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 76,477 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 75,731 miles

All Four tyre shoing signs of cracking

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Water leak @ bottom hose area

Pass 18 Jul 2007 75,728 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 75,712 miles

both front tyres close to limit also cracking

Pass 26 May 2005 75,601 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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TCP 79T is a 1979 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 TCP 79T, 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 TCP 79T?

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What year was TCP 79T registered?

TCP 79T is a 1979 MG B, first registered on 17 May 1979.

Is TCP 79T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCP 79T shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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