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P39 WAB

1997 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

35,495 mi
Last recorded35,495 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP39 WAB
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 35,495 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2015 35,311 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s suspension height low

Pass 21 Aug 2013 35,259 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 34,438 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 33,967 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 33,642 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2010 33,642 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 32,979 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 32,345 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 30,446 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 28,724 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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P39 WAB is a 1997 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 P39 WAB, 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 P39 WAB registered?

P39 WAB is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 27 February 1997.

Is P39 WAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P39 WAB shows 11 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.

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