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R787 AWT

1997 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

31,295 mi
Last recorded31,295 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR787 AWT
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2021 31,295 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2021 31,294 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 30,435 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security end of outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Jun 2020 30,434 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush likely to become detached is detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security end of outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 27,993 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 27,440 miles

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

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

front brake hose ferrules corroded

rear brake discs corroded

suspension components & vehicle underbody corroded

Fail 29 Jun 2013 27,433 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front brake hose ferrules corroded

rear brake discs corroded

suspension components & vehicle underbody corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2012 25,522 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 24,722 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 22,388 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 20,904 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 19,426 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 19,426 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 17,794 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 17,794 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 15,960 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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R787 AWT is a 1997 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R787 AWT, 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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R787 AWT is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 4 August 1997.

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