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PHY 800M

1973 MG GT

White Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

71,096 mi
Last recorded71,096 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2018
Typical for 1973 MG GT69,344 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHY 800M
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc
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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2018 71,096 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 71,070 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Mar 2016 71,051 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 71,029 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Mar 2014 70,952 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Feb 2013 70,837 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Feb 2012 70,648 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 70,310 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Mar 2010 70,055 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 70,055 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 69,742 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 69,522 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 69,166 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2007 69,166 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 68,705 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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PHY 800M is a 1973 MG GT in White with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1973 MG GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 69,344 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 PHY 800M, 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 53 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 PHY 800M registered?

PHY 800M is a 1973 MG GT, first registered on 8 November 1973.

Is PHY 800M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PHY 800M shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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