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XPO 981F

1968 MG GT

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,498 mi
Last recorded38,498 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2017
Typical for 1968 MG GT45,846 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPO 981F
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2017 38,498 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Track control arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2016 37,227 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 37,227 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 11 Jan 2016 37,156 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower trunnion (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 36,800 miles

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

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

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

oil leak rear diff cover

Pass 22 May 2007 36,771 miles

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

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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XPO 981F is a 1968 MG GT in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1968 MG GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 45,846 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 XPO 981F, 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 58 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 XPO 981F?

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What year was XPO 981F registered?

XPO 981F is a 1968 MG GT, first registered on 1 June 1968.

Is XPO 981F safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPO 981F shows 6 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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