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BWC 255F

1968 MG C

White Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,171 mi
Last recorded77,171 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2020
Typical for 1968 MG C33,816 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWC 255F
MakeMG
ModelC
Year1968
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2020 77,171 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail by spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail by spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2020 77,158 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Seat belt damaged webbing damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail by spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail by spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 77,148 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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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BWC 255F is a 1968 MG C in White with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1968 MG C models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 33,816 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 BWC 255F, 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 58 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 BWC 255F registered?

BWC 255F is a 1968 MG C, first registered on 22 March 1968.

Is BWC 255F safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWC 255F shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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