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P221 VGO

1997 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2010
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,852 mi
Last recorded81,852 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP221 VGO
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 Nov 2009 81,852 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 79,221 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 71,750 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 65,946 miles

both front discs wearing thin

handbrake has slight travel

Pass 21 Sep 2005 62,250 miles

BOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS CORRODED ON INNER BRAKING SURFACE

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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P221 VGO is a 1997 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 P221 VGO, 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 P221 VGO?

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What year was P221 VGO registered?

P221 VGO is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P221 VGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P221 VGO shows 5 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 P221 VGO have outstanding finance?

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