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MTT 605W

1980 MG GT

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,928 mi
Last recorded54,928 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 MG GT63,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTT 605W
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2019 54,928 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 54,922 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 54,869 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 54,868 miles

Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 May 2012 54,710 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 54,601 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 54,601 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 51,254 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 51,253 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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MTT 605W is a 1980 MG GT in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 MTT 605W, 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 MTT 605W registered?

MTT 605W is a 1980 MG GT, first registered on 6 December 1980.

Is MTT 605W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MTT 605W shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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