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SKX 76J

1970 MG GT

Yellow Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,118 mi
Last recorded11,118 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 1970 MG GT49,146 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKX 76J
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 11,118 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 11,062 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smear (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 11,020 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 9,307 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brakes grabbing slightly

Fail 16 Mar 2017 9,307 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brakes grabbing slightly

Pass 17 Feb 2016 8,720 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 8,716 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 8,332 miles

o/s sill repaired and covered in sealer could not assess

Fail 24 Feb 2015 8,326 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

all four wheels play on splines

main beam flickers

n/s/f king pin slight lift

o/s sill repaired and covered in sealer could not assess

o/s/r tyre cracks in road face

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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SKX 76J is a 1970 MG GT in Yellow with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1970 MG GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 49,146 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 SKX 76J, 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 56 years old, this MG GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SKX 76J?

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What year was SKX 76J registered?

SKX 76J is a 1970 MG GT, first registered on 6 August 1970.

Is SKX 76J safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKX 76J 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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