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GOX 483N

1980 MG GT

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2025
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

46,800 mi
Last recorded46,800 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 1980 MG GT63,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOX 483N
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 46,800 miles

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 42,656 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 42,569 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam Excess lift/movement. (5.1.2 (d) (i))

Brake servo has movement suggest additional support bracket.

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has an unsafe modification Bolt loose. (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake requires attn/adjustment.

Rear exhaust mount nut loose.

Pass 21 Mar 2016 358,978 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Mar 2016 36,866 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor area (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 35,363 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 33,664 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 31,967 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 31,157 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosin has started in various parts of floors

Fail 27 Mar 2012 31,157 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosin has started in various parts of floors

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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GOX 483N is a 1980 MG GT in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1980 MG GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 63,225 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 GOX 483N, 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 46 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 GOX 483N registered?

GOX 483N is a 1980 MG GT, first registered on 3 July 1980.

Is GOX 483N safe to buy?

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