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R553 MPA

1997 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2015
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,972 mi
Last recorded85,972 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR553 MPA
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2014 85,972 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 85,543 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 85,389 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 83,507 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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R553 MPA is a 1997 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 R553 MPA, 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 R553 MPA?

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What year was R553 MPA registered?

R553 MPA is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 6 October 1997.

Is R553 MPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R553 MPA shows 4 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 R553 MPA have outstanding finance?

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