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HXO 698

1991 MG C

Green Petrol 1250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,276 mi
Last recorded11,276 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHXO 698
MakeMG
ModelC
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,250cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2019 11,276 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 10,692 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 8,891 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 8,832 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 8,101 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 7,027 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 6,157 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 5,448 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 4,169 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 4,169 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 2,999 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 2,004 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 386 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2006 287 miles

rear brake back plates damp †

slight wear in front & rear leaf springs

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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HXO 698 is a 1991 MG C in Green with a 1,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 HXO 698, 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 35 years old, this MG C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HXO 698?

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What year was HXO 698 registered?

HXO 698 is a 1991 MG C, first registered on 1 June 1991.

Is HXO 698 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HXO 698 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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