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TTO 120R

1996 MG Mgb

Orange Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,306 mi
Last recorded83,306 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 1996 MG Mgb47,040 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTTO 120R
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 83,306 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 83,306 miles

Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 May 2016 83,274 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 May 2015 83,234 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 83,197 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 83,161 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 83,032 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 82,920 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 82,876 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 82,876 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 82,761 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 82,761 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 82,699 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 82,237 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 82,234 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 20 Jan 2006 81,640 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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TTO 120R is a 1996 MG Mgb in Orange with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 47,040 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 TTO 120R, 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 30 years old, this MG Mgb is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TTO 120R registered?

TTO 120R is a 1996 MG Mgb, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is TTO 120R safe to buy?

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