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NJL 279H

1970 MG C GT

Red Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,147 mi
Last recorded56,147 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2019
Typical for 1970 MG C GT52,498 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJL 279H
MakeMG
ModelC GT
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 15 Feb 2019 56,147 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2017 53,665 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2016 51,847 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 50,224 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 49,471 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 47,489 miles

uder side of vehicle covered in underseal

Pass 24 Nov 2012 46,269 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 44,429 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 42,836 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 40,249 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 37,821 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 36,315 miles

1 corrosion in driver floor pan †2 corrosion in box section n/side †3 under side of vehicle hevily under sealed

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2006 35,762 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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NJL 279H is a 1970 MG C GT in Red with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 MG C GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 52,498 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 NJL 279H, 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 56 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 NJL 279H?

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What year was NJL 279H registered?

NJL 279H is a 1970 MG C GT, first registered on 2 February 1970.

Is NJL 279H safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJL 279H shows 13 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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