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TNF 551K

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

937 mi
Last recorded937 miles
Recorded on4 May 2022
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNF 551K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 4 May 2022 937 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 16 Nov 2020 842 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 747 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 665 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 575 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 575 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 May 2016 486 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 338 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 293 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 181 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Aug 2012 181 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 May 2011 99,985 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 99,951 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 99,932 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 99,884 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 99,862 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 99,739 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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TNF 551K is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 TNF 551K, 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

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What year was TNF 551K registered?

TNF 551K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 4 February 1972.

Is TNF 551K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNF 551K shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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