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TRW 915W

1980 MG GT

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

54,928 mi
Last recorded54,928 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2021
Typical for 1980 MG GT63,225 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRW 915W
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc
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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2021 54,928 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2021 54,926 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn TOP AND BOTTOM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scratched (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 54,538 miles

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

play in both front kingpins

Pass 21 Nov 2018 54,455 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute Unless engine on (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect arms of the unit are wet with oil? (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Lower Seat back, very worn, but still serviceable

Wiring under, and engine bay dash typical for year of vehicle.

Pass 27 Nov 2017 53,571 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 53,566 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

corrosion nearside rear wheel arch

Pass 25 Oct 2016 52,350 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 51,205 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 50,182 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 48,801 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 48,789 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 47,535 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 47,535 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 45,857 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 44,404 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 44,404 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2009 42,271 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 42,270 miles

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2008 39,757 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

oil leak nearside rear hub

Pass 7 Nov 2007 37,426 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 34,756 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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TRW 915W is a 1980 MG GT in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 TRW 915W, 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 TRW 915W registered?

TRW 915W is a 1980 MG GT, first registered on 29 August 1980.

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