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HFP 378H

1970 MG C

Red Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,407 mi
Last recorded40,407 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2012
Typical for 1970 MG C38,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFP 378H
MakeMG
ModelC
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2012 40,407 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2012 40,407 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 38,437 miles

under body heavily undersealed making full inspection difficult

Pass 24 Jul 2010 37,607 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 32,077 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2008 26,456 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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HFP 378H is a 1970 MG C in Red with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HFP 378H, 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 HFP 378H?

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What year was HFP 378H registered?

HFP 378H is a 1970 MG C, first registered on 1 March 1970.

Is HFP 378H safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFP 378H shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HFP 378H have outstanding finance?

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