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FMV 279J

1971 MG C GT

Blue Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2025
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,307 mi
Last recorded3,307 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 1971 MG C GT69,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMV 279J
MakeMG
ModelC GT
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 2 May 2024 3,307 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 3,262 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight play in both sides of steering rack

Pass 8 Jun 2010 3,205 miles

Both sear belt enertia mechanisms weak

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

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Slight play in both sides of steering rack

Pass 22 Jun 2009 3,021 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 4 Jun 2008 2,836 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 2,290 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 1,584 miles

slight play in off side front wheel bearing.

Pass 6 Mar 2006 1,230 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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FMV 279J is a 1971 MG C GT in Blue with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 FMV 279J, 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

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What year was FMV 279J registered?

FMV 279J is a 1971 MG C GT, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is FMV 279J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMV 279J shows 8 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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