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R714 CGO

1997 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

54,453 mi
Last recorded54,453 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR714 CGO
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 54,453 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))

Nearside Front tyre worn inner edge

Offside Front Tyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 19 Nov 2024 54,218 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2024 54,218 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2023 54,126 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 53,754 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 53,268 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 52,283 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2019 52,253 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 51,656 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 50,866 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 50,427 miles

Nearside Front sun vizier not staying in the up position

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured bulb (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured bulb (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 2 Aug 2016 50,427 miles

Nearside Front sun vizier not staying in the up position

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured bulb (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured bulb (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 16 Sep 2014 50,400 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 48,907 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 48,062 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 48,028 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 47,672 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 47,020 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 46,339 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 45,768 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 45,030 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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R714 CGO is a 1997 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R714 CGO, 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

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What year was R714 CGO registered?

R714 CGO is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 16 October 1997.

Is R714 CGO safe to buy?

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