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NFC 297T

1978 MG Mgf

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,909 mi
Last recorded86,909 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2017
Typical for 1978 MG Mgf50,569 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNFC 297T
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2017 86,909 miles

Nearside Rear trunnion slight weep

Pass 21 Oct 2016 86,818 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 86,514 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 86,028 miles

vehicle is under sealed and brake pipes greased

Pass 16 Sep 2013 85,123 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 84,160 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 83,621 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 83,224 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 82,494 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 81,324 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 78,290 miles
Pass 23 May 2005 769,121 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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NFC 297T is a 1978 MG Mgf in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 50,569 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 NFC 297T, 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 48 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 NFC 297T?

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What year was NFC 297T registered?

NFC 297T is a 1978 MG Mgf, first registered on 13 November 1978.

Is NFC 297T safe to buy?

The MOT history for NFC 297T shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NFC 297T have outstanding finance?

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