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R50 DJB

1997 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,462 mi
Last recorded23,462 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR50 DJB
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2017 23,462 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 23,354 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 23,204 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 23,086 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 22,890 miles

Osr tyre slightly perished.

Pass 7 Apr 2012 22,637 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 22,471 miles

osr tyre starting to perish

Pass 24 Apr 2010 22,207 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 21,955 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 21,424 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 21,160 miles

rear suspension bushes slight wear.

Pass 3 Sep 2005 19,200 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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R50 DJB is a 1997 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R50 DJB, 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 R50 DJB?

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What year was R50 DJB registered?

R50 DJB is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 11 October 1997.

Is R50 DJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R50 DJB shows 12 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 R50 DJB have outstanding finance?

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