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WAY 996J

1970 MG C GT

Blue Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

98,781 mi
Last recorded98,781 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1970 MG C GT52,498 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAY 996J
MakeMG
ModelC GT
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 98,781 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stonechip in offside of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 98,568 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 98,315 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 98,026 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 96,274 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 95,987 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 95,736 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 95,620 miles

Front tyres on 3mm

o/s/r tyre on 3mm

Pass 8 Dec 2014 95,562 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 95,458 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 95,412 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 95,316 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 95,207 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 95,149 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 95,009 miles

nearside front tyre getting low on tread on inner edge(2mm)

offside rear tyre at 2mm tread depth(legal limit is 1.6mm)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 94,906 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 94,810 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2006 94,800 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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WAY 996J is a 1970 MG C GT in Blue with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 WAY 996J, 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 WAY 996J registered?

WAY 996J is a 1970 MG C GT, first registered on 3 September 1970.

Is WAY 996J safe to buy?

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