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TNW 280R

1977 MG B

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

12,895 mi
Last recorded12,895 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2019
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNW 280R
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2019 12,895 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 12,889 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 12,884 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 12,824 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 12,297 miles

Offside rear tyre splitting

Pass 30 Jul 2014 11,451 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2013 11,047 miles

minor bind to front nearside brake

Pass 20 Jul 2012 10,383 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 10,378 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 10,202 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 10,033 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 9,247 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 8,739 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 8,283 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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TNW 280R is a 1977 MG B in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 TNW 280R, 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

How do I check the history of TNW 280R?

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What year was TNW 280R registered?

TNW 280R is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 16 February 1977.

Is TNW 280R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TNW 280R 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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