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R27 DBU

1998 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,225 mi
Last recorded62,225 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR27 DBU
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 62,225 miles

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Fail 20 Jun 2017 62,225 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2016 61,357 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 60,548 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 58,436 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 56,975 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 55,501 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 55,501 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 53,198 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 49,866 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 47,750 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 36,742 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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R27 DBU is a 1998 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R27 DBU, 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

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What year was R27 DBU registered?

R27 DBU is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R27 DBU safe to buy?

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