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C21 SGS

1999 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

9,479 mi
Last recorded9,479 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 1999 MG Mgf62,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC21 SGS
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 9,479 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2026 9,473 miles

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Dec 2024 8,967 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 8,908 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 8,598 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 8,027 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 7,857 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 7,756 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 7,715 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 7,453 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 6,759 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 6,501 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 5,879 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 4,756 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 4,245 miles

Slight play in both front track rod ends.

Pass 28 Mar 2006 3,612 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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C21 SGS is a 1999 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1999 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 62,191 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 C21 SGS, 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 27 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 C21 SGS?

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What year was C21 SGS registered?

C21 SGS is a 1999 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is C21 SGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C21 SGS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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