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AHW 382V

1979 MG GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,546 mi
Last recorded44,546 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2013
Typical for 1979 MG GT49,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHW 382V
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2013 44,546 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 7 Nov 2013 44,546 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 44,368 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Aug 2012 44,326 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 43,774 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 43,283 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 42,879 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 16 May 2007 42,358 miles

nearside rear tyre on limit all weld repairs noted underside in heavy underseal play in front suspension joints

How Reliable is the MG GT?

Based on 3,490 MOT tests across 331 vehicles.

77.1%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
331
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 114
brake binding 81
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 77
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 68
Steering rack gaiter split 63
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AHW 382V is a 1979 MG GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 MG GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 49,562 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 114 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AHW 382V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 47 years old, this MG GT is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AHW 382V?

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What year was AHW 382V registered?

AHW 382V is a 1979 MG GT, first registered on 20 December 1979.

Is AHW 382V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHW 382V shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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