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JAR 854L

1972 MG C

Orange Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,378 mi
Last recorded66,378 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAR 854L
MakeMG
ModelC
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2017 66,378 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 65,688 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 65,181 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 64,961 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 64,507 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 63,783 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 63,113 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 62,886 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 62,610 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 62,156 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 61,769 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 61,629 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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JAR 854L is a 1972 MG C in Orange with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JAR 854L, 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 54 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 JAR 854L?

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What year was JAR 854L registered?

JAR 854L is a 1972 MG C, first registered on 5 October 1972.

Is JAR 854L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAR 854L shows 12 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 JAR 854L have outstanding finance?

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