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13 FD

1971 MG C GT

Beige Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,292 mi
Last recorded77,292 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1971 MG C GT69,070 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration13 FD
MakeMG
ModelC GT
Year1971
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2025 77,292 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 76,949 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 75,913 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

front wipers worn

Pass 7 Oct 2022 75,764 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 75,178 miles

front wipers worn

Pass 18 Sep 2020 74,570 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2019 74,074 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 73,354 miles

fuel pipe has slight corrosion

Pass 20 Mar 2017 72,250 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 71,168 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 70,584 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 69,872 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 69,070 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 68,512 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 67,706 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 66,773 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 65,854 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 64,583 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 63,254 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 61,785 miles

How Reliable is the MG C GT?

Based on 4,788 MOT tests across 479 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
425
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
479
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 108
brake binding 97
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 92
Stop lamp not working 64
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 63
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13 FD is a 1971 MG C GT in Beige with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 MG C GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 69,070 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG C GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 13 FD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG C GT typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 55 years old, this MG C GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 13 FD?

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What year was 13 FD registered?

13 FD is a 1971 MG C GT, first registered on 1 March 1971.

Is 13 FD safe to buy?

The MOT history for 13 FD shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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