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TTB 826M

1974 MG B

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,512 mi
Last recorded53,512 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTTB 826M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 53,512 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 52,744 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 51,903 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 51,233 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 50,426 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 49,289 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 48,499 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 47,069 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 46,114 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 45,228 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 44,470 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 43,632 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 42,210 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 42,210 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 41,449 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 41,441 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 40,730 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 40,730 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 39,481 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 38,700 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 37,452 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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TTB 826M is a 1974 MG B in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1974 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 41,928 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 TTB 826M, 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 52 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TTB 826M?

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What year was TTB 826M registered?

TTB 826M is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 23 January 1974.

Is TTB 826M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TTB 826M shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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