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TGU 618L

1972 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,592 mi
Last recorded1,592 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2014
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGU 618L
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2014 1,592 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2014 1,592 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 1,592 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 1,592 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 1,484 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 1,463 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 1,414 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 1,388 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 1,362 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 1,362 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2007 1,327 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 1,302 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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TGU 618L is a 1972 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TGU 618L, 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 TGU 618L?

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What year was TGU 618L registered?

TGU 618L is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is TGU 618L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGU 618L shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TGU 618L have outstanding finance?

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