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TXJ 548K

1972 MG B

Green Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,928 mi
Last recorded4,928 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 1972 MG B37,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTXJ 548K
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 4,928 miles

Nearside Front t/r/e boot rubbing on inside of wheel

Offside Front t/r/e boot rubbing on inside of wheel

fuel tank corroded poor condition , but not leaking

Fail 27 Apr 2017 4,908 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding axle pivot sticky (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front t/r/e rubber boot rubbing inside of wheel

Offside Front t/r/e rubber boot rubbing inside of wheel

Oil leak ()

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front brake discs (3.5.1i)

clutch slave cylinder flexi pipe leaking

fuel tank corroded poor condition but not leaking

Pass 13 May 2016 3,503 miles

front brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 13 May 2016 3,503 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively offside and nearside (8.2.2)

Fuel pipe union leaking at fuel pump (7.2.3)

front brake discs slightly corroded

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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TXJ 548K is a 1972 MG B in Green with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1972 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 37,468 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 TXJ 548K, 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 54 years old, this MG B is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TXJ 548K registered?

TXJ 548K is a 1972 MG B, first registered on 6 April 1972.

Is TXJ 548K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TXJ 548K shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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