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YLG 410W

1981 MG GT

Silver Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

75,439 mi
Last recorded75,439 miles
Recorded on10 May 2022
Typical for 1981 MG GT33,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLG 410W
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2022 75,439 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 75,351 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 75,337 miles

Fuel pipe leaking from tank to pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 75,270 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 75,240 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 75,116 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 75,013 miles

Oil leak- Underseal prevents full inspection- Slight lift in front suspension joints

Pass 29 Sep 2016 74,901 miles

clutch pipe flexi hose is deteriorated

clutch pipe slightly corroded

oil leaks

unable to carry out full inspection of underside as vehicle is undersealed

Fail 31 Dec 2015 74,899 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

clutch flexi is perished

oil leaks

unable to carry out full inspection of underside of vehicle as it has been undersealed

Pass 20 Feb 2014 73,629 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 73,610 miles

rear tyres age related cracks. clutch flexy hose has splits

Fail 2 May 2013 73,610 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fail 15 Jan 2008 73,580 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 73,580 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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YLG 410W is a 1981 MG GT in Silver with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YLG 410W, 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 YLG 410W registered?

YLG 410W is a 1981 MG GT, first registered on 4 February 1981.

Is YLG 410W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLG 410W shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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