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M90 JLA

1997 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,245 mi
Last recorded84,245 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2011
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM90 JLA
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2011 84,245 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 78,825 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 78,825 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 14 Mar 2009 76,522 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 76,440 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 72,292 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 60,763 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 49,469 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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M90 JLA is a 1997 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M90 JLA, 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 M90 JLA?

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What year was M90 JLA registered?

M90 JLA is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 4 April 1997.

Is M90 JLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M90 JLA shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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