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M6 FBJ

1997 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2011
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

92,926 mi
Last recorded92,926 miles
Recorded on28 May 2010
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM6 FBJ
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2010 92,926 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 90,755 miles

PRESENTER ADVISES US THAT VEHICLE NOT BEEN USED ON THE ROAD FOR TWO YEARS

REAR SCREEN FADED AND INSECURE

SUSPENSION PERISHED BUT NOT RESULTING IN ANY EXCESS MOVEMENT

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front shock lower bushes showing signs of wear

Fail 4 Apr 2009 90,754 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

HEAVY SURFACE CORROSION UNDERBODY/COMPONENTS/PRESCRIBED AREAS/BRAKE PIPES

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

PRESENTER ADVISES US THAT VEHICLE NOT BEEN USED ON THE ROAD FOR TWO YEARS

REAR SCREEN FADED AND INSECURE

SUSPENSION PERISHED BUT NOT RESULTING IN ANY EXCESS MOVEMENT

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

ALL FOUR BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY PITTED AND CORRODED

Pass 20 Dec 2006 82,932 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 82,932 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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M6 FBJ is a 1997 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 M6 FBJ, 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

How do I check the history of M6 FBJ?

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What year was M6 FBJ registered?

M6 FBJ is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is M6 FBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M6 FBJ shows 5 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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