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GWJ 526J

1970 MG C

Red Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,932 mi
Last recorded83,932 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 1970 MG C38,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWJ 526J
MakeMG
ModelC
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2024 83,932 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 82,677 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 82,185 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 81,499 miles

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

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

oil leak

Pass 17 Jul 2017 80,788 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 80,124 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 79,883 miles

Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 79,831 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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GWJ 526J is a 1970 MG C in Red with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 GWJ 526J, 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 GWJ 526J?

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What year was GWJ 526J registered?

GWJ 526J is a 1970 MG C, first registered on 1 December 1970.

Is GWJ 526J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWJ 526J shows 8 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 GWJ 526J have outstanding finance?

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