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JYK 139K

1972 MG GT

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

32,536 mi
Last recorded32,536 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2023
Typical for 1972 MG GT34,909 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYK 139K
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2023 32,536 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 32,440 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 32,197 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 31,396 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 31,581 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 31,581 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2017 31,149 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 31,149 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2016 30,938 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 30,435 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 29,904 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 29,800 miles

corrosion to chassis and suspension components

slight play nearside front wheel bearing

Fail 9 May 2013 29,800 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

corrosion to chassis and suspension components

slight play nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 9 May 2012 29,554 miles

nearside rear brake binding

Pass 26 May 2011 29,155 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 24,259 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 23,825 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 23,662 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 23,645 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 23,439 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 23,030 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2005 22,219 miles

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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JYK 139K is a 1972 MG GT in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1972 MG GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 34,909 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 JYK 139K, 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 54 years old, this MG GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JYK 139K registered?

JYK 139K is a 1972 MG GT, first registered on 5 March 1972.

Is JYK 139K safe to buy?

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