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K400 MGF

1997 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

25,927 mi
Last recorded25,927 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK400 MGF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 25,927 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension low

Pass 18 Mar 2025 25,748 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 25,546 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 25,068 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 24,752 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 24,441 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 23,683 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 23,169 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2019 23,169 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 22,460 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 22,042 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 21,648 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 21,147 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 20,199 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 19,632 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 19,306 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 18,503 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 18,041 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 17,724 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 17,298 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 16,432 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 15,324 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 15,324 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

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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K400 MGF is a 1997 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 K400 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 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 K400 MGF registered?

K400 MGF is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 25 March 1997.

Is K400 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K400 MGF shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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