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TEV 735K

1972 MG B

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,651 mi
Last recorded18,651 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEV 735K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 18,651 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

front tyres getting low on tread

Fail 22 Jul 2019 18,650 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

front tyres getting low on tread

Pass 28 Jun 2018 18,589 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 18,481 miles

slight lift in front suspension pins

Fail 25 May 2017 18,481 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

slight lift in front suspension pins

Pass 4 May 2016 18,382 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 18,338 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 18,285 miles

o/s front brake slightly tight

Pass 3 Jan 2013 18,224 miles

Braided brake hoses fitted

Oil leak

Some slight corrosion becoming present on sills

Pass 29 Nov 2011 18,141 miles

Braided brake hoses fitted to vehicle

Some corrosion starting to become present on outer sills

Pass 16 Nov 2010 17,938 miles

Braided brake hoses fitted

Some slight exhaust leaks

Towbar ballhitch cover fitted

Pass 11 Nov 2009 17,679 miles

Very slight exhaust leak

Braided brake hoses fitted

Some corrosion becoming present in non- prescribed areas

Some slight lift in front suspesion joints

Towbar ballhitch cover fitted

Pass 27 Nov 2008 16,716 miles

Braided high performance brake hoses fitted

Exccesive free play in water pump spindle/Water pump bearings noisey

Some freeplay in steering rack

Fail 19 Nov 2008 16,716 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Braided high performance brake hoses fitted

Exccesive free play in water pump spindle/Water pump bearings noisey

Some freeplay in steering rack

Pass 16 Nov 2007 15,731 miles

slight wear in offside front upper suspension bush.

Pass 16 Nov 2006 13,369 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 7 Nov 2005 11,679 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres getting low on tread

Pass 7 Nov 2005 11,679 miles

both front tyres getting low on tread

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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TEV 735K is a 1972 MG B in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 5,224 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TEV 735K, 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 54 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TEV 735K?

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What year was TEV 735K registered?

TEV 735K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is TEV 735K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEV 735K shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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