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CSU 960F

1968 MG C

Green Petrol 2946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

95,488 mi
Last recorded95,488 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2025
Typical for 1968 MG C33,816 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCSU 960F
MakeMG
ModelC
Year1968
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,946cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2025 95,488 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2021 95,450 miles

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 95,383 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 95,372 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 95,331 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 95,161 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 95,090 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 95,023 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 94,923 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 94,781 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 17 Sep 2013 94,781 miles

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

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 94,611 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 17 Sep 2012 94,611 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 94,537 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 94,491 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 94,428 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 94,311 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 94,311 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.A.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 94,240 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 94,119 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 94,064 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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CSU 960F is a 1968 MG C in Green with a 2,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 CSU 960F, 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

How do I check the history of CSU 960F?

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What year was CSU 960F registered?

CSU 960F is a 1968 MG C, first registered on 1 January 1968.

Is CSU 960F safe to buy?

The MOT history for CSU 960F shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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