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PPF 811R

1977 MG GT

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

50,929 mi
Last recorded50,929 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2011
Typical for 1977 MG GT58,946 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPF 811R
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2011 50,929 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 50,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 50,625 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 50,051 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 49,442 miles

Corrosion around rear bumper area.Steering column bolt requires correct bolt to be fitted. Washers weak..

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Fail 3 Aug 2006 49,442 miles

Exhaust emits visible black smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Steering column locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Fail 9 Jun 2006 49,393 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2005 49,061 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2005 48,970 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake discs corroded on working surface both front engine mountings split badly

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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PPF 811R is a 1977 MG GT in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1977 MG GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.6% with a typical mileage of 58,946 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 PPF 811R, 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 49 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 PPF 811R registered?

PPF 811R is a 1977 MG GT, first registered on 1 January 1977.

Is PPF 811R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPF 811R shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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