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P326 JDC

1997 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

67,140 mi
Last recorded67,140 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2012
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP326 JDC
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2012 67,140 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 65,732 miles

rear discs pitted

slight play in nearside steering arm

Pass 5 Jun 2010 60,838 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 56,322 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 52,170 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 5 Jun 2008 52,169 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

warning light on power stearing

Pass 5 Jan 2007 50,453 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 48,815 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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P326 JDC is a 1997 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P326 JDC, 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.

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What year was P326 JDC registered?

P326 JDC is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is P326 JDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P326 JDC shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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