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TYW 974M

1973 MG B

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,247 mi
Last recorded16,247 miles
Recorded on13 May 2019
Typical for 1973 MG B38,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYW 974M
MakeMG
ModelB
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2019 16,247 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 16,150 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 16,062 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 15,398 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 15,398 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

ADVISE,PROP-SHAFT REAR U/J SLIGHT PLAY (WORN).

ADVISE,SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S/F ROLL BAR TOP BUSH.

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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TYW 974M is a 1973 MG B in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 TYW 974M, 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 TYW 974M?

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What year was TYW 974M registered?

TYW 974M is a 1973 MG B, first registered on 2 October 1973.

Is TYW 974M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TYW 974M shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TYW 974M have outstanding finance?

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