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TYC 246M

1973 MG B

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

12,792 mi
Last recorded12,792 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYC 246M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 12,792 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 111,564 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 9,243 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 8,717 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 3,861 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 3,861 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 31 May 2016 1,325 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 99,727 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 99,727 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 97,334 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 97,334 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 94,744 miles

little reserve travel in handbrake

o/s/f anti-roll bar link bush split

some corrosion on inside bulkhead o/s

some lift in o/s kingpin

some nuts missing from exhaust front flanges

Pass 8 Jun 2012 94,622 miles

brake servo pipe deteriorating

slight lift in o/s king pin

some corrosion inside bulkhead o/s

some nuts missing from exhaust front flanges

Pass 16 Jun 2011 94,612 miles

batteries insecure and one terminal broken

brake servo hose deteriorating

nuts missing from exhaust front joints

slight lift in o/s/f king pin

Pass 18 Jun 2010 94,511 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 94,151 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Fail 4 Jun 2009 94,133 miles

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

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 94,031 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 94,031 miles

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

Front suspension has excessive play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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TYC 246M is a 1973 MG B in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1973 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 38,472 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 TYC 246M, 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 53 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 TYC 246M?

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What year was TYC 246M registered?

TYC 246M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 29 August 1973.

Is TYC 246M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TYC 246M shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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