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TFE 15R

1977 MG Mgb

Yellow Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

2,672 mi
Last recorded2,672 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 1977 MG Mgb54,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFE 15R
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 2,672 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 1,743 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 1,104 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 252 miles

center crossmember corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2014 40,680 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both rear leaf spring bushes worn

nearside centre crossmember corroded but outside prescribed areas

offside and nearside front and rear tyres perished close to excess

Fail 1 Oct 2014 40,668 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both rear leaf spring bushes worn

nearside centre crossmember corroded but outside prescribed areas

offside and nearside front and rear tyres perished close to excess

Pass 21 Nov 2013 40,568 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 40,532 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 40,327 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight brake bind offside front wheel

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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TFE 15R is a 1977 MG Mgb in Yellow with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1977 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 54,393 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TFE 15R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 49 years old, this MG Mgb is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TFE 15R registered?

TFE 15R is a 1977 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 February 1977.

Is TFE 15R safe to buy?

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