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JHU 21L

1972 MG C

Red Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

28,938 mi
Last recorded28,938 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2024
4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHU 21L
MakeMG
ModelC
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2024 28,938 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 28,919 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 May 2014 27,045 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 26,700 miles

Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 22,820 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 22,260 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

advise slight binding n/s/r

Fail 2 Jun 2010 22,258 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

advise slight binding n/s/r

Pass 6 Oct 2008 22,209 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 22,202 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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JHU 21L is a 1972 MG C in Red with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 JHU 21L, 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 JHU 21L?

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What year was JHU 21L registered?

JHU 21L is a 1972 MG C, first registered on 15 September 1972.

Is JHU 21L safe to buy?

The MOT history for JHU 21L shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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