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TXC 25M

1974 MG Mgb

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

81,349 mi
Last recorded81,349 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 1974 MG Mgb46,540 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTXC 25M
MakeMG
ModelMgb
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 81,349 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 80,803 miles

ALL 4 TYRES ARE STARTING TO CRACK IN THE TREAD - NO CORDS SHOWING

Fail 3 Apr 2018 80,803 miles

ALL 4 TYRES ARE STARTING TO CRACK IN THE TREAD - NO CORDS SHOWING

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 80,229 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Axle straps deteriorated

Fail 3 Apr 2017 80,229 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Axle straps deteriorated

Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure All Nuts loose (2.4.B.7b)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 79,551 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 78,591 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 78,591 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 78,420 miles

slightly low reading on offside rear foot brake

Pass 20 Feb 2012 78,240 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 77,924 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2010 77,923 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2009 77,874 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 77,595 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 77,286 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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TXC 25M is a 1974 MG Mgb in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1974 MG Mgb models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 46,540 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 TXC 25M, 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 52 years old, this MG Mgb is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TXC 25M registered?

TXC 25M is a 1974 MG Mgb, first registered on 26 April 1974.

Is TXC 25M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TXC 25M shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TXC 25M have outstanding finance?

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