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YGC 491

1969 MG C

Cream Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

90,446 mi
Last recorded90,446 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2020
Typical for 1969 MG C27,379 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGC 491
MakeMG
ModelC
Year1969
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Jul 2020 90,446 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake lever pivot excessively tight (1.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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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YGC 491 is a 1969 MG C in Cream with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1969 MG C models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 27,379 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 208 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YGC 491, 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 57 years old, this MG C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YGC 491 registered?

YGC 491 is a 1969 MG C, first registered on 1 October 1969.

Is YGC 491 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YGC 491 shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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