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R91 URA

1997 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,965 mi
Last recorded34,965 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR91 URA
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 31 May 2018 34,965 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 34,852 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 34,745 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 34,504 miles

Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 May 2014 32,796 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 31,073 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 29,331 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 28,529 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 26,874 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 24,465 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 22,717 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 21,642 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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R91 URA is a 1997 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R91 URA, 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

How do I check the history of R91 URA?

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What year was R91 URA registered?

R91 URA is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 10 September 1997.

Is R91 URA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R91 URA shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R91 URA have outstanding finance?

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