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DYK 699J

1970 MG Mgc

Green Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

115,026 mi
Last recorded115,026 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2019
Typical for 1970 MG Mgc40,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYK 699J
MakeMG
ModelMgc
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2019 115,026 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 14,359 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 13,196 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 12,808 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 12,646 miles

underbody undersealed

Fail 6 Nov 2014 72,636 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

underbody undersealed

Fail 24 Oct 2014 72,614 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 12,580 miles

nearside front steering arm slight play

offside rear wheel slight bind

Pass 31 Aug 2011 12,491 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 12,459 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 12,449 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 12,449 miles

Offside Front Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 12,437 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 12,407 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

How Reliable is the MG Mgc?

Based on 2,053 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

81.5%
Pass Rate
400
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 62
brake binding 49
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 49
brake recording little or no effort 37
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 26
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DYK 699J is a 1970 MG Mgc in Green with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1970 MG Mgc models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 40,030 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgc fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 62 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DYK 699J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgc typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 56 years old, this MG Mgc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DYK 699J registered?

DYK 699J is a 1970 MG Mgc, first registered on 28 August 1970.

Is DYK 699J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYK 699J shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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