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YAB 99W

1980 MG GT

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,046 mi
Last recorded80,046 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2018
Typical for 1980 MG GT63,225 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAB 99W
MakeMG
ModelGT
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2018 80,046 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 80,037 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 78,465 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 78,269 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 78,266 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 78,210 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 23 Sep 2014 77,782 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 78,201 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 78,104 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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YAB 99W is a 1980 MG GT in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 YAB 99W, 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 YAB 99W registered?

YAB 99W is a 1980 MG GT, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is YAB 99W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAB 99W 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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