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TGF 457L

1972 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

22,276 mi
Last recorded22,276 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGF 457L
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 22,276 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 21,063 miles

slight play nearside front trunion

Fail 22 Mar 2017 21,056 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

slight play nearside front trunion

Pass 20 May 2014 19,723 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 18,749 miles

Nearside steering arm inner joint has slight play

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

Offside front lever arm has a slight weep of oil

Slight play in nearside front lower trunnion bushes

Fail 22 Sep 2011 17,489 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 17,489 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 17,242 miles

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 17,199 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2009 17,195 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 16,803 miles

play in n/s/f kingpin

suspension bushes perished

Fail 30 Oct 2007 16,784 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

play in n/s/f kingpin

suspension bushes perished

Pass 15 Nov 2006 16,418 miles

see previous advisory notice

Fail 14 Nov 2006 16,418 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Rear Brake relay lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

some wear suspension etc some perishing and corrosion to lower areas and components-signs of welding and old accident repair

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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TGF 457L is a 1972 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 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 Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TGF 457L, 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 54 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TGF 457L registered?

TGF 457L is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 31 December 1972.

Is TGF 457L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGF 457L shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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