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P164 LTF

1997 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,024 mi
Last recorded47,024 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP164 LTF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2016 47,024 miles

Left hand drive headlamps with deflectors fitted

Pass 23 Jul 2015 46,037 miles

headlamps have beam deflectors fitted

Pass 28 Jan 2015 43,226 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 41,369 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Re check front brake pads in next 6000miles

Pass 30 Jan 2013 35,513 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2013 35,483 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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P164 LTF is a 1997 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P164 LTF, 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 P164 LTF registered?

P164 LTF is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P164 LTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P164 LTF shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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