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TFC 313K

1971 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

72,645 mi
Last recorded72,645 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1971 MG B35,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFC 313K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 72,645 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 72,512 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Slight oil misting around sump and gearbox

Pass 27 Mar 2024 72,383 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 72,161 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 72,033 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 71,777 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 71,621 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 71,225 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 70,844 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 70,647 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 70,313 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 70,081 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 69,865 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 69,183 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 68,836 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 68,411 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 67,867 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 67,867 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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TFC 313K is a 1971 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1971 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 35,468 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 TFC 313K, 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 55 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TFC 313K registered?

TFC 313K is a 1971 MG B, first registered on 5 August 1971.

Is TFC 313K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFC 313K shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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