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R173 CWU

1998 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,713 mi
Last recorded101,713 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2011
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR173 CWU
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2011 101,713 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 991,997 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 90,036 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Oct 2007 89,223 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 87,886 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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R173 CWU is a 1998 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 67,480 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 R173 CWU, 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 28 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 R173 CWU?

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What year was R173 CWU registered?

R173 CWU is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 March 1998.

Is R173 CWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R173 CWU 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 R173 CWU have outstanding finance?

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