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TLE 63R

1977 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

74,323 mi
Last recorded74,323 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLE 63R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 74,323 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 30,403 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 30,192 miles

offside front tyre perrishing

Pass 31 Mar 2015 29,659 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

offside front tyre perrishing

Pass 16 Nov 2013 28,938 miles

Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

O/S/F tyre perrishing

Slight dampness in headlights

Slight play in O/S steering rack arm joint

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 28,070 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Slight play in steering rack arm

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 19 Nov 2011 26,930 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f tyre is cracked

n/s/r tyre is cracked

Fail 18 Nov 2011 26,928 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f tyre is cracked

n/s/r tyre is cracked

Pass 17 Nov 2010 25,767 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 24,511 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 24,511 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2008 23,263 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in inner rack joints

Fail 2 Dec 2008 23,241 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in inner rack joints

Pass 30 Aug 2007 23,164 miles

n/s engine omount detiriating

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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TLE 63R is a 1977 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 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 TLE 63R, 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 49 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TLE 63R registered?

TLE 63R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 May 1977.

Is TLE 63R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLE 63R shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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