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SHS 551G

1968 MG C GT

White Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2018
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,067 mi
Last recorded76,067 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2017
Typical for 1968 MG C GT39,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHS 551G
MakeMG
ModelC GT
Year1968
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 19 Jan 2017 76,067 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 75,700 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 74,674 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 73,058 miles

How Reliable is the MG C GT?

Based on 4,788 MOT tests across 479 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
425
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
479
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 108
brake binding 97
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 92
Stop lamp not working 64
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 63
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SHS 551G is a 1968 MG C GT in White with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1968 MG C GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 39,870 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG C GT fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 108 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SHS 551G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG C GT typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 58 years old, this MG C GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SHS 551G?

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What year was SHS 551G registered?

SHS 551G is a 1968 MG C GT, first registered on 1 November 1968.

Is SHS 551G safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHS 551G shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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