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R599 BWU

1997 MG MG

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,248 mi
Last recorded61,248 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2009
Typical for 1997 MG MG68,718 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR599 BWU
MakeMG
ModelMG
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 2 Mar 2009 61,248 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 60,131 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 58,357 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 54,273 miles

How Reliable is the MG MG?

Based on 2,574 MOT tests across 373 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
542
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
373
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 120
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 103
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 95
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 72
Brake pipe excessively corroded 72
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R599 BWU is a 1997 MG MG 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 MG models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 68,718 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG MG fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 120 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R599 BWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG MG typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 29 years old, this MG MG is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R599 BWU?

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What year was R599 BWU registered?

R599 BWU is a 1997 MG MG, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R599 BWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R599 BWU 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 R599 BWU have outstanding finance?

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