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YWJ 434T

1979 MG GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,980 mi
Last recorded54,980 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2014
Typical for 1979 MG GT49,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWJ 434T
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2014 54,980 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 54,751 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2013 54,751 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2009 54,667 miles

steering rack slight movement

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

both rear springs weak

Pass 10 Jan 2007 54,599 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2006 54,577 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

handbrake lever partially seized

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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YWJ 434T is a 1979 MG GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YWJ 434T, 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 YWJ 434T?

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What year was YWJ 434T registered?

YWJ 434T is a 1979 MG GT, first registered on 2 January 1979.

Is YWJ 434T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWJ 434T shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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