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LOJ 753X

1981 MG GT

Red Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

11,843 mi
Last recorded11,843 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
Typical for 1981 MG GT33,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLOJ 753X
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2020 11,843 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 11,843 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 11,787 miles

slight oil leak from engine/gearbox

Fail 6 Aug 2018 11,753 miles

Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges grommet not fitted to main battery cable passing through bodywork (4.11 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

slight oil leak from engine/gearbox

Pass 3 May 2017 11,633 miles

Nearside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak ()

Fail 25 Apr 2017 11,607 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

Nearside Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Sep 2015 11,448 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 10,808 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 10,476 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 9,713 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 9,713 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 May 2009 9,530 miles

slight play in offside steering rack-end

wipers poor

Pass 13 May 2008 7,878 miles

handbrake travel high

slight play in both sides of the steering rack

Pass 15 May 2007 6,011 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 4,551 miles
Pass 18 May 2005 3,641 miles
Pass 18 May 2005 3,641 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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LOJ 753X is a 1981 MG GT in Red with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1981 MG GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 33,536 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 LOJ 753X, 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 45 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 LOJ 753X registered?

LOJ 753X is a 1981 MG GT, first registered on 11 August 1981.

Is LOJ 753X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LOJ 753X shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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