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G8 JPB

1997 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2023
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

41,435 mi
Last recorded41,435 miles
Recorded on23 May 2022
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG8 JPB
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2022 41,435 miles
Fail 2 May 2022 41,371 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 39,545 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2019 39,463 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 38,654 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 33,818 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 33,818 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 33,532 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 33,532 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

registration plates have honeycombed backround

Pass 1 Aug 2007 33,333 miles

Both front brake discs rusted on inner friction surface edges

Front to rear steel brake pipe rusted and degrading

Suspension flex hose ferrules rusted

Pass 29 Aug 2006 32,628 miles

Both front brake discs rusted on inner surface edges

Front to rear steel brake pipe rusted and degrading

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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G8 JPB is a 1997 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 71,264 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 Mgf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 37,610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G8 JPB, 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 29 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 G8 JPB registered?

G8 JPB is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is G8 JPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G8 JPB shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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