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TPA 720S

1977 MG B

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

659 mi
Last recorded659 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTPA 720S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2023 659 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2023 654 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 91,547 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 91,401 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 91,401 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 90,946 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 90,320 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 90,320 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 90,015 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 89,336 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 89,335 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 88,625 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 88,625 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 87,493 miles

slight play in steering rack

Pass 24 Jul 2008 87,113 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 87,104 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 86,015 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 29 Jul 2006 85,444 miles

rear hand brake rod fouling fuel tank

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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TPA 720S is a 1977 MG B in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TPA 720S, 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

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What year was TPA 720S registered?

TPA 720S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is TPA 720S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TPA 720S shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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