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R889 HBD

1997 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,701 mi
Last recorded42,701 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR889 HBD
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 42,701 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2026 42,701 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2024 40,723 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2023 39,611 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 39,561 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 39,561 miles

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 12 Mar 2020 39,538 miles

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 20 Mar 2019 39,502 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2019 39,502 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure INNER SIDE WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

BOTH BATTERY TERMINALS LOOSE

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

Pass 7 Mar 2018 39,476 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 39,476 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 39,449 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 39,388 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 39,291 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 39,202 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 39,160 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 39,160 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 21 Mar 2012 39,068 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

front tyres worn on inside edges

oil leak offside rear

Pass 22 Mar 2011 39,202 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 17 Mar 2010 38,920 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2009 38,677 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 38,482 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2007 37,936 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 37,254 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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R889 HBD is a 1997 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R889 HBD, 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 R889 HBD registered?

R889 HBD is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R889 HBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R889 HBD shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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