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TSP 255K

1972 MG Mgb

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,254 mi
Last recorded24,254 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 1972 MG Mgb30,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSP 255K
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2017 24,254 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 24,160 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Fail 7 Nov 2016 24,160 miles

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 23,610 miles

Gearbox oil leak

OSR brake has slight bind

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 23,579 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 May 2013 23,409 miles

Gearbox oil leak

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Rear diff oil leak

Fail 8 May 2013 23,404 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Gearbox oil leak

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Rear diff oil leak

Pass 8 Jun 2012 23,244 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 21,124 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 19,740 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 19,520 miles
Pass 26 May 2005 19,378 miles

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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TSP 255K is a 1972 MG Mgb in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1972 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 30,860 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 TSP 255K, 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 54 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TSP 255K?

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What year was TSP 255K registered?

TSP 255K is a 1972 MG Mgb, first registered on 17 May 1972.

Is TSP 255K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSP 255K shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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