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DYU 792J

1970 MG C

Green Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

59,397 mi
Last recorded59,397 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2017
Typical for 1970 MG C38,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYU 792J
MakeMG
ModelC
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2017 59,397 miles

Offside Rear slight brake bind

chassis front and rear has slight corrosion

Pass 29 Jul 2016 59,119 miles

offside rear brake binding

slight play in steering rack

Pass 16 Jun 2015 58,175 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 57,368 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Jun 2014 57,357 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 May 2013 56,792 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Heavy surface corrosion to o/s front floor pan

N/S Rear inner under sill reparied and hevily covered in inderseal

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Slight play in steering column top bush

underside of car hevily undersealed making rust inspection difficult

Pass 16 May 2013 56,792 miles

Heavy surface corrosion to o/s front floor pan

N/S Rear inner under sill reparied and hevily covered in inderseal

Slight play in steering column top bush

underside of car hevily undersealed making rust inspection difficult

Pass 17 Apr 2012 56,109 miles

rear brakes imbalance 48% have just met the requirement

Pass 25 Jun 2011 55,834 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 55,231 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 54,555 miles

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 29 Apr 2009 54,543 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 53,978 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 52,970 miles

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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DYU 792J is a 1970 MG C 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 C models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 38,061 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 DYU 792J, 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 56 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 DYU 792J?

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What year was DYU 792J registered?

DYU 792J is a 1970 MG C, first registered on 1 October 1970.

Is DYU 792J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYU 792J 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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