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MG 1617

2003 MG Mga

Black Petrol 1489cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

8,571 mi
Last recorded8,571 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 MG Mga14,642 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMG 1617
MakeMG
ModelMga
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,489cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2023 8,571 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 8,327 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 8,000 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 7,733 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 7,491 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 7,149 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 6,727 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 6,229 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 5,609 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 4,897 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 4,267 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 3,623 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 3,067 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 3,067 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 2,533 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 1,978 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 1,788 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 1,552 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 1,283 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mga?

Based on 3,780 MOT tests across 451 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
451
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 65
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 58
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
brake binding 42
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MG 1617 is a 2003 MG Mga in Black with a 1,489cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 2003 MG Mga models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 14,642 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mga fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MG 1617, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mga typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 23 years old, this MG Mga is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of MG 1617?

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What year was MG 1617 registered?

MG 1617 is a 2003 MG Mga, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is MG 1617 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MG 1617 shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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