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TYJ 844S

1977 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

88,604 mi
Last recorded88,604 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2018
Typical for 1977 MG B40,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYJ 844S
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2018 88,604 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2018 88,604 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended wont come out of reel. (7.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering middle of sill. (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamps not working.

Pass 7 Jun 2017 87,869 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 86,747 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Mar 2015 85,649 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 85,638 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 85,625 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 85,550 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 85,550 miles

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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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TYJ 844S is a 1977 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1977 MG B models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 40,549 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 TYJ 844S, 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 49 years old, this MG B is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TYJ 844S?

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What year was TYJ 844S registered?

TYJ 844S is a 1977 MG B, first registered on 1 August 1977.

Is TYJ 844S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TYJ 844S shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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