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TDH 409K

1972 MG B GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

20,781 mi
Last recorded20,781 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDH 409K
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 20,781 miles

nsr wheel has a slight bind

vehicle undersealed

Pass 8 Apr 2016 19,194 miles

parking brake gfficiency only just met 26%

Pass 20 Apr 2015 17,737 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 May 2008 17,729 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Corrosion of n/s sill, not within prescribed area

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

Pass 4 May 2007 15,689 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 15,680 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 12,531 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 12,521 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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TDH 409K is a 1972 MG B GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TDH 409K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TDH 409K registered?

TDH 409K is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 27 March 1972.

Is TDH 409K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDH 409K shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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