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TMW 126J

1970 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

62,089 mi
Last recorded62,089 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2021
Typical for 1970 MG B35,160 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTMW 126J
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2021 62,089 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 61,494 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 60,834 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 60,204 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 2 Mar 2017 60,202 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Steering system lightly rubbing Brake hose touches tyre (2.2.D.2a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 60,077 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 59,902 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 59,835 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 59,830 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 59,613 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 59,404 miles

wiper blades have split ends x2

Pass 21 Mar 2011 59,170 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 58,929 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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TMW 126J is a 1970 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 TMW 126J, 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 TMW 126J registered?

TMW 126J is a 1970 MG B, first registered on 31 December 1970.

Is TMW 126J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TMW 126J shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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