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C47 MGF

2001 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

97,385 mi
Last recorded97,385 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC47 MGF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2015 97,385 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 96,593 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 94,252 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2012 93,385 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 89,534 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

inside of cat loose

o/s wiper split on end

Fail 3 Jun 2011 89,534 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

inside of cat loose

o/s wiper split on end

Pass 17 May 2010 87,407 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 82,219 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 82,213 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 May 2008 77,720 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 May 2007 66,184 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 54,233 miles

BOTH EXAUST TAIL TRIMS MISSING.

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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C47 MGF is a 2001 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 52,155 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 C47 MGF, 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 25 years old, this MG Mgf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C47 MGF registered?

C47 MGF is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 14 June 2001.

Is C47 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C47 MGF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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