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OTF 812G

1969 MG C

Blue Petrol 2012cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests23 (13 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate56.5%

Mileage

15,576 mi
Last recorded15,576 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 1969 MG C27,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTF 812G
MakeMG
ModelC
Year1969
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,012cc
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MOT History

13 pass 10 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 15,576 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 15,576 miles

Offside Front front parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Aug 2016 15,057 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 15,065 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 1 Aug 2016 15,057 miles

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

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 Jul 2015
Fail 14 Jul 2015

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 13,761 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 13,761 miles

Nearside Front Upper Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

noises comeing from front nearside wheel hub area

Pass 2 Jul 2013 12,967 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 12,967 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Jul 2012
Fail 3 Jul 2012

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 12,163 miles

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

Fail 4 Jul 2011 12,163 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 11,232 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009
Pass 3 Jul 2008 9,770 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 9,779 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 8,800 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 8,800 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 8,138 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 8,138 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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OTF 812G is a 1969 MG C in Blue with a 2,012cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.5%.

Across all 1969 MG C models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 27,379 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OTF 812G, 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 57 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 OTF 812G?

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What year was OTF 812G registered?

OTF 812G is a 1969 MG C, first registered on 10 May 1969.

Is OTF 812G safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTF 812G shows 23 tests with a 56.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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