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R88 VVC

1997 MG Mgf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

81,905 mi
Last recorded81,905 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR88 VVC
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 81,905 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2025 81,905 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 81,521 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2024 81,521 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle Wrong direction (5.2.3 (c))

Pass 18 Sep 2014 81,497 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 81,495 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 81,452 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 81,447 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear tyres showing signs of age

subframes have surface rust as does body

Pass 27 Jul 2012 81,186 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 81,186 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2009 80,256 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 80,207 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)

Pass 28 Mar 2008 75,990 miles

Nearside brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 71,822 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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R88 VVC is a 1997 MG Mgf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R88 VVC, 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 R88 VVC registered?

R88 VVC is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 22 October 1997.

Is R88 VVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R88 VVC shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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