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TKX 436J

1970 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

37,251 mi
Last recorded37,251 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTKX 436J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 37,251 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 36,548 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 35,659 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 35,512 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 35,395 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 34,963 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 34,696 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 34,394 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 34,274 miles

Oil leak

brake pedal rubber splite

Pass 19 Nov 2010 34,077 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 33,712 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

wipers smear

Pass 20 Sep 2008 33,316 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 32,793 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2007 32,749 miles

Offside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 32,087 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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TKX 436J is a 1970 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1970 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 35,160 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 TKX 436J, 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 56 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 TKX 436J registered?

TKX 436J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 29 October 1970.

Is TKX 436J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TKX 436J shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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