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TNW 806M

1974 MG Mgb

Maroon Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

68,979 mi
Last recorded68,979 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 1974 MG Mgb46,540 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTNW 806M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1974
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 68,979 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 68,697 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 68,655 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 68,235 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 67,730 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 67,097 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 56,346 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 56,346 miles

Nearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 64,723 miles

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

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front number plate cracked, but still legible and secure

rear roadspring rear mounting points corroded

Fail 25 Jun 2010 64,709 miles

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front number plate cracked, but still legible and secure

rear roadspring rear mounting points corroded

Pass 29 Apr 2008 64,190 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 53,160 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 53,154 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the MG Mgb?

Based on 26,893 MOT tests across 2,439 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
382
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
2,439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 736
Stop lamp not working 551
brake binding 549
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 531
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 460
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TNW 806M is a 1974 MG Mgb in Maroon with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1974 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 46,540 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Mgb fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TNW 806M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgb typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 52 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TNW 806M registered?

TNW 806M is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 14 February 1974.

Is TNW 806M safe to buy?

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