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HFM 253J

1970 MG 1300

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,715 mi
Last recorded47,715 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2006
Typical for 1970 MG 130056,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFM 253J
MakeMG
Model1300
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2006 47,715 miles

Driverside front tyre getting low on tread.

Driverside rear tyre has flat spot.

Front and rear number plates starting to fade.

Passengerside rear inner brake pipe has surface corrosion.

Rear subframe has surface corrosion on driverside section.

Underside of body has general surface corrosion.

How Reliable is the MG 1300?

Based on 1,005 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
292
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 27
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 25
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 23
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21
brake recording little or no effort 19
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HFM 253J is a 1970 MG 1300 in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 MG 1300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 56,780 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG 1300 fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HFM 253J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG 1300 typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 56 years old, this MG 1300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HFM 253J registered?

HFM 253J is a 1970 MG 1300, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is HFM 253J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFM 253J shows 1 test 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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