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GWK 427N

1974 MG GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

37,532 mi
Last recorded37,532 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1974 MG GT44,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWK 427N
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 37,532 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2025 37,532 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 34,226 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Jun 2016 33,986 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 30 Jun 2015 33,845 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 33,457 miles

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 32,491 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 30,581 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 28,310 miles

slight play in all trunion pins/bushes

Pass 29 Jun 2010 27,097 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 26,813 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 26,725 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 26,265 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 25,982 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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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GWK 427N is a 1974 MG GT in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1974 MG GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 44,511 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 GWK 427N, 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 52 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 GWK 427N registered?

GWK 427N is a 1974 MG GT, first registered on 24 December 1974.

Is GWK 427N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GWK 427N shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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