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APJ 518T

1979 MG GT

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

70,847 mi
Last recorded70,847 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2010
Typical for 1979 MG GT49,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPJ 518T
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2010 70,847 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 3 Jun 2010 70,847 miles

Nearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2005 70,656 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2005 70,656 miles

Inner Rear Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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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APJ 518T is a 1979 MG GT in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 APJ 518T, 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

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What year was APJ 518T registered?

APJ 518T is a 1979 MG GT, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is APJ 518T safe to buy?

The MOT history for APJ 518T shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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