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ELF 698J

1970 MG C

Green Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2022
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,744 mi
Last recorded41,744 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2021
Typical for 1970 MG C38,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELF 698J
MakeMG
ModelC
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2021 41,744 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 41,702 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 41,585 miles

Both steering rack gaiters starting to perish.

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Slight leak noted nearside rear hub area.

Pass 8 Nov 2016 37,871 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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ELF 698J is a 1970 MG C in Green with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ELF 698J, 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 ELF 698J?

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What year was ELF 698J registered?

ELF 698J is a 1970 MG C, first registered on 12 October 1970.

Is ELF 698J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELF 698J shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ELF 698J have outstanding finance?

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