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TYG 555N

1974 MG B

Gold Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

98,959 mi
Last recorded98,959 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2018
Typical for 1974 MG B41,928 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYG 555N
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1974
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2018 98,959 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 98,764 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 98,122 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 98,122 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure spring u bolts insecure (2.4.B.7b)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 97,875 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 97,875 miles

Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor pin excessively loose in its bracket (2.4.B.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Offside Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

o/s/r handbrake just on limits pass and advise

Pass 10 Jul 2014 97,320 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jun 2013 96,712 miles

lots of underseal

Pass 31 May 2012 95,946 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 95,417 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 94,870 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 94,556 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 94,357 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 93,859 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 33,856 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2005 93,327 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2005 93,327 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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TYG 555N is a 1974 MG B in Gold with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1974 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 41,928 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 TYG 555N, 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 52 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 TYG 555N?

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What year was TYG 555N registered?

TYG 555N is a 1974 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1974.

Is TYG 555N safe to buy?

The MOT history for TYG 555N shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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