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1963 NJ

1979 MG Unknown

Silver Petrol 3946cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

6,382 mi
Last recorded6,382 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
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Vehicle Details

Registration1963 NJ
MakeMG
ModelUnknown
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,946cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 6,382 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2026 6,374 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 5,272 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2025 5,272 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 2,777 miles

How Reliable is the MG Unknown?

Based on 711 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
1,492
Miles/Year
11
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 7
Stop lamp not working 7
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6
Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 5
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5
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1963 NJ is a 1979 MG Unknown in Silver with a 3,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

The most common reason a MG Unknown fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 1963 NJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 11 years. At 47 years old, this MG Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 1963 NJ?

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What year was 1963 NJ registered?

1963 NJ is a 1979 MG Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is 1963 NJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 1963 NJ shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 1963 NJ have outstanding finance?

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