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TOB 55N

1975 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

51,042 mi
Last recorded51,042 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 1975 MG B41,922 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTOB 55N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 51,042 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2020 51,042 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front ()

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 50,885 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 50,826 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 50,041 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 49,428 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 49,311 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 48,824 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 48,592 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 47,995 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 46,933 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 46,024 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 45,199 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 44,478 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 43,022 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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TOB 55N is a 1975 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1975 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 41,922 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 TOB 55N, 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 51 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 TOB 55N registered?

TOB 55N is a 1975 MG B, first registered on 13 November 1975.

Is TOB 55N safe to buy?

The MOT history for TOB 55N shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TOB 55N have outstanding finance?

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