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P179 WWU

1997 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,553 mi
Last recorded11,553 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP179 WWU
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026 11,553 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 11,265 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 11,241 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 11,214 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 11,197 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 11,103 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 10,832 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 10,786 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 10,757 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 10,695 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 10,643 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 10,537 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 10,422 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 10,386 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 10,323 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 10,146 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 10,121 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 10,067 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 100,297 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 9,872 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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P179 WWU is a 1997 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P179 WWU, 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 P179 WWU?

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What year was P179 WWU registered?

P179 WWU is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P179 WWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P179 WWU shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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