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AFW 678S

1978 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1491cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2016
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,211 mi
Last recorded94,211 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2015
Typical for 1978 MG Mgf50,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFW 678S
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,491cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2015 94,211 miles

slight play nearside kingpin

Fail 27 Jul 2015 94,211 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring to axle securing nut insecure (2.4.B.7b)

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

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

slight play nearside kingpin

Pass 30 May 2014 93,875 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 93,668 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgf?

Based on 546,238 MOT tests across 40,565 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
2,116
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
40,565
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37,610
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 32,964
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 24,147
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 23,285
Brake pipe excessively corroded 21,602
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AFW 678S is a 1978 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 50,569 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 37,610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AFW 678S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgf typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 48 years old, this MG Mgf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AFW 678S?

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What year was AFW 678S registered?

AFW 678S is a 1978 MG Mgf, first registered on 22 March 1978.

Is AFW 678S safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFW 678S shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AFW 678S have outstanding finance?

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