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PFM 229V

1980 MG GT

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,473 mi
Last recorded84,473 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2021
Typical for 1980 MG GT63,225 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFM 229V
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2021 84,473 miles

Offside Front Floor pan corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2020 84,328 miles

Offside Front Floor pan corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2019 84,225 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 84,046 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2018 84,043 miles

Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 83,586 miles

Central Exhaust mount broken

Slight play in nearside lower trunion

Fail 26 Jul 2017 83,585 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Central Exhaust mount broken

Slight play in nearside lower trunion

Pass 26 Jul 2016 83,236 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 83,114 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play.

Fail 25 Apr 2016 83,114 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play.

Pass 17 Jun 2015 83,008 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 83,008 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

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

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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PFM 229V is a 1980 MG GT in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 PFM 229V, 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 PFM 229V registered?

PFM 229V is a 1980 MG GT, first registered on 8 August 1980.

Is PFM 229V safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFM 229V shows 12 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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