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R858 SNC

1997 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

49,631 mi
Last recorded49,631 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR858 SNC
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2022 49,631 miles

brake pipes greased

Pass 12 May 2021 49,408 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material engine bay (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 49,283 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 48,580 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 48,580 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 48,399 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 47,622 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 46,873 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 46,162 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 45,184 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 43,010 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 42,141 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

srs light illuminated

Pass 14 Jul 2011 40,542 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

handbrake high

Pass 23 Jul 2010 39,283 miles

srs light on,but covered over with tape

Pass 1 Jul 2009 37,524 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 36,199 miles

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

air bag light on

Pass 23 Jul 2007 34,544 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 31 Jul 2006 33,897 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 33,891 miles

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

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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R858 SNC is a 1997 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 R858 SNC, 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 R858 SNC registered?

R858 SNC is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R858 SNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R858 SNC shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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