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P383 BNW

1997 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,867 mi
Last recorded26,867 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP383 BNW
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 26,867 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2026 26,867 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 25,147 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2025 25,147 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 11 May 2024 25,027 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 24,449 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 23,535 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 22,279 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 20,752 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 19,835 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 19,175 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 18,434 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 18,253 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 18,115 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 17,370 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 17,195 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 16,589 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 16,091 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 15,737 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 15,426 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 15,084 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 14,573 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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P383 BNW is a 1997 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P383 BNW, 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 P383 BNW?

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What year was P383 BNW registered?

P383 BNW is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 10 March 1997.

Is P383 BNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P383 BNW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P383 BNW have outstanding finance?

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