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PLJ 1G

1970 MG C GT

White Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

97,744 mi
Last recorded97,744 miles
Recorded on7 May 2013
Typical for 1970 MG C GT52,498 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLJ 1G
MakeMG
ModelC GT
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2013 97,744 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 97,742 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 97,737 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 30 Apr 2012 97,735 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 97,232 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

off side rear axle check strap is broken.

Fail 25 Feb 2011 97,232 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

off side rear axle check strap is broken.

Pass 27 Feb 2008 97,220 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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PLJ 1G is a 1970 MG C GT in White with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PLJ 1G, 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

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What year was PLJ 1G registered?

PLJ 1G is a 1970 MG C GT, first registered on 7 May 1970.

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