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EGV 215T

1979 MG GT

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,470 mi
Last recorded70,470 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 1979 MG GT49,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGV 215T
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 70,470 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 70,266 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 69,075 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 68,974 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 68,655 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 68,177 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 68,177 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 68,014 miles

Oil leak

Fail 8 May 2013 68,013 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 16 May 2012 67,751 miles

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

clutch hydraulic hose deteriorated, requires attention

sills/ prescribed areas slightly corroded

Pass 10 Feb 2011 66,966 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 66,310 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 65,967 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 65,966 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2006 65,593 miles

ADVISE SLIGHT PLAY IN NEARSIDE FRONT WHEEL BEARING

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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EGV 215T is a 1979 MG GT in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EGV 215T, 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

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What year was EGV 215T registered?

EGV 215T is a 1979 MG GT, first registered on 7 March 1979.

Is EGV 215T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGV 215T shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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