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EMV 328V

1979 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,430 mi
Last recorded21,430 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1979 MG Mgf43,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMV 328V
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 21,430 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 19,110 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 18,792 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 17,617 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 16,846 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 15,839 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 15,195 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 14,580 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 13,745 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 12,211 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 12,211 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 12,175 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 10,903 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 10,026 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 10,026 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Lift in both front kingpins

Pass 1 Jul 2005 8,498 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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EMV 328V is a 1979 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1979 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 43,646 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 EMV 328V, 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 47 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 EMV 328V registered?

EMV 328V is a 1979 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is EMV 328V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMV 328V shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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