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ADD 162S

1978 MG GT

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,623 mi
Last recorded86,623 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 MG GT45,048 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADD 162S
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2018 86,623 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 86,296 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 86,149 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 86,081 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 85,167 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 84,504 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 84,504 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 84,474 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 84,237 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Fail 26 May 2012 84,224 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jul 2009 84,190 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 84,172 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 84,124 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 84,010 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 83,889 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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ADD 162S is a 1978 MG GT in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 MG GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 45,048 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 ADD 162S, 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 48 years old, this MG GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ADD 162S registered?

ADD 162S is a 1978 MG GT, first registered on 9 February 1978.

Is ADD 162S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADD 162S shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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