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R625 KRR

1997 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

29,346 mi
Last recorded29,346 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR625 KRR
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 29,346 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 28,713 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 26,683 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jun 2017 26,683 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2016 25,656 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 28 May 2015 24,815 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 24,815 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2014 24,197 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 9 May 2013 23,233 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 22 May 2012 22,507 miles

airbag light on

engine overheating on tickover

Pass 2 Jun 2011 22,260 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 21,022 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 19,896 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

dash warning light on

Pass 8 May 2008 18,524 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 17,118 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 17,115 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2006 15,867 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2005 14,495 miles

Nearside Outer Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 31 May 2005 14,476 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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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R625 KRR is a 1997 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 R625 KRR, 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.

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What year was R625 KRR registered?

R625 KRR is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 13 November 1997.

Is R625 KRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R625 KRR shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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