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JCZ 2943

1997 MG Mgf 1.8I Vvc

Green Other 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

134,711 mi
Last recorded134,711 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf 1.8I Vvc72,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCZ 2943
MakeMG
ModelMgf 1.8I Vvc
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 134,711 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024
Fail 11 Aug 2024 134,534 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2023 132,734 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 139,004 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2022 130,544 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 129,702 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2021 129,637 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 129,408 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 127,772 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgf 1.8I Vvc?

Based on 5,226 MOT tests across 1,005 vehicles.

62.1%
Pass Rate
4,303
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
1,005
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 572
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 492
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 470
Brake pipe excessively corroded 423
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 359
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JCZ 2943 is a 1997 MG Mgf 1.8I Vvc in Green with a 1,796cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 MG Mgf 1.8I Vvc models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.0% with a typical mileage of 72,212 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a MG Mgf 1.8I Vvc fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 572 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JCZ 2943, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgf 1.8I Vvc typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this MG Mgf 1.8I Vvc is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JCZ 2943 registered?

JCZ 2943 is a 1997 MG Mgf 1.8I Vvc, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is JCZ 2943 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCZ 2943 shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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