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BIG 4355

1974 MG GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

73,270 mi
Last recorded73,270 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1974 MG GT44,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIG 4355
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 73,270 miles

Nearside Front tyre sidewalls starting to perish/crack

Offside Front tyre sidewall (outer) starting to perish/crack

signs of brake fluid spillage around reservoir

Fail 8 May 2018 73,270 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front tyre sidewalls starting to perish/crack

Offside Front tyre sidewall (outer) starting to perish/crack

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

signs of brake fluid spillage around reservoir

Pass 9 May 2017 72,522 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 72,522 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working side light (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 May 2016 71,997 miles

oil leak

Pass 6 May 2015 71,818 miles

Oil leak

Fail 25 Apr 2015 71,802 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 8 May 2014 71,664 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 71,134 miles

both front wipers slightly worn

both rear outer sills slighly corroded

Pass 27 Apr 2012 70,429 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 68,647 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 63,467 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 60,642 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 59,975 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 59,267 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 58,648 miles

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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BIG 4355 is a 1974 MG GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1974 MG GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 44,511 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 BIG 4355, 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 52 years old, this MG GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BIG 4355 registered?

BIG 4355 is a 1974 MG GT, first registered on 6 November 1974.

Is BIG 4355 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BIG 4355 shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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