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TCS 189S

1977 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

9,648 mi
Last recorded9,648 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2024
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCS 189S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2024 9,648 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 6,919 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 9,610 miles

o/s/f floor corroded

Fail 29 Oct 2018 9,600 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

o/s/f floor corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2017 9,512 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 9,507 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 9,453 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 8,806 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 6,971 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 May 2012 6,971 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 5,743 miles

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 18 Jun 2010 4,395 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 4,394 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 May 2009 3,346 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

power cable to starter moter hangs low

Pass 11 Jun 2008 2,167 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 May 2007 1,174 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 104 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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TCS 189S is a 1977 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 TCS 189S, 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 TCS 189S?

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What year was TCS 189S registered?

TCS 189S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 September 1977.

Is TCS 189S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCS 189S shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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