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P2 RPT

1997 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

28,502 mi
Last recorded28,502 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP2 RPT
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 28,502 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 28,467 miles
Fail 22 May 2025 28,467 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Pass 22 May 2024 28,209 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 28,128 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 27,976 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 27,671 miles
Fail 26 May 2021 27,671 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 May 2020 27,615 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 27,397 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 27,184 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 May 2017 26,592 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 26,190 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 25,952 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 25,634 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 25,466 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 25,034 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 24,572 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 24,177 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 23,699 miles

both rear tyres show uneven wear across tread area

slight wear in both front shock absorber lower bushes

Pass 9 May 2008 23,179 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 22,636 miles

adv exhaust front pipe corroded

Pass 8 May 2006 22,111 miles

adv front pipe flex corroded

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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P2 RPT is a 1997 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 P2 RPT, 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 P2 RPT registered?

P2 RPT is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is P2 RPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P2 RPT shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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