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SJA 105J

1970 MG C

Blue Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,878 mi
Last recorded14,878 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 1970 MG C38,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJA 105J
MakeMG
ModelC
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 14,878 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 14,446 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 14,247 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 13,695 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 13,415 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 13,064 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 13,060 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 12,542 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 12,084 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 11,900 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 11,900 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has excessive side play in the pivot and may disengage (3.1.4a)

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2005 11,798 miles

How Reliable is the MG C?

Based on 8,128 MOT tests across 887 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
437
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
887
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 208
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 200
brake binding 173
brake recording little or no effort 98
Stop lamp not working 95
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SJA 105J is a 1970 MG C in Blue with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1970 MG C models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 38,061 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG C fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 208 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SJA 105J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was SJA 105J registered?

SJA 105J is a 1970 MG C, first registered on 14 October 1970.

Is SJA 105J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJA 105J shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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