MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
75,430 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge and outer side wall perishing
Emissions not tested (7.0)
Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)
Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge and outer side wall perishing
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Offside Front Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the MG Mgf?
Based on 546,238 MOT tests across 40,565 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R685 ORU is a 1997 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 R685 ORU, 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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How do I check the history of R685 ORU?
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What year was R685 ORU registered?
R685 ORU is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 15 October 1997.
Is R685 ORU safe to buy?
The MOT history for R685 ORU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R685 ORU have outstanding finance?
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