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TLA 774M

1973 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

50,141 mi
Last recorded50,141 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLA 774M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 50,141 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 49,399 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 48,809 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 47,956 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 47,046 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2014 47,038 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 46,910 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 45,374 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 44,335 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 43,309 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Jul 2009 42,220 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 40,766 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 39,557 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

advise slight play in o/s of steering rack

Pass 8 Jun 2006 38,376 miles

front retaining clip on front to rear brake pipe is very rusty

nearside rear reflector is cracked

offside track rod inner joint has slight movement

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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TLA 774M is a 1973 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1973 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,472 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 TLA 774M, 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 53 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 TLA 774M?

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What year was TLA 774M registered?

TLA 774M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 4 October 1973.

Is TLA 774M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLA 774M shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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