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GBW 175V

1979 MG GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

70,521 mi
Last recorded70,521 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2024
Typical for 1979 MG GT49,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBW 175V
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2024 70,521 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2024 70,521 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jun 2022 70,344 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 69,701 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 69,503 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2019 69,194 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 69,154 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 69,145 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 69,125 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 69,074 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2006 67,851 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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GBW 175V is a 1979 MG GT in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GBW 175V, 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 GBW 175V?

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What year was GBW 175V registered?

GBW 175V is a 1979 MG GT, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is GBW 175V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBW 175V shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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