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GDY 59N

1974 MG Mgbgt

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

89,332 mi
Last recorded89,332 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 1974 MG Mgbgt41,555 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDY 59N
MakeMG
ModelMgbgt
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 89,332 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2025 89,332 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2007 47,330 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 47,326 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

nearside rear suspension strap broken

How Reliable is the MG Mgbgt?

Based on 2,202 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
419
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 61
brake binding 54
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 54
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 49
Stop lamp not working 47
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GDY 59N is a 1974 MG Mgbgt in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 MG Mgbgt models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 41,555 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG Mgbgt fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 61 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GDY 59N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgbgt typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 52 years old, this MG Mgbgt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GDY 59N?

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What year was GDY 59N registered?

GDY 59N is a 1974 MG Mgbgt, first registered on 1 December 1974.

Is GDY 59N safe to buy?

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