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TYF 969M

1973 MG B

Orange Petrol 1768cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

12,209 mi
Last recorded12,209 miles
Recorded on11 May 2023
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYF 969M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,768cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2023 12,209 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 10,788 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold, (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gear box, (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 9,987 miles

exhaust manifold blowing.

Pass 26 May 2017 9,320 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 8,692 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 5 Jun 2015 7,951 miles

o/s/r brake binding slightly,

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 7,951 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/r brake binding slightly,

Pass 11 Jun 2014 7,047 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 6,071 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 4,774 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 3,336 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 1,448 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 1,448 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2009 824 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 76,258 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 75,427 miles

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

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 75,427 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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TYF 969M is a 1973 MG B in Orange with a 1,768cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 TYF 969M, 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

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What year was TYF 969M registered?

TYF 969M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 23 August 1973.

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The MOT history for TYF 969M shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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