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R961 AEV

1997 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

92,467 mi
Last recorded92,467 miles
Recorded on3 May 2013
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR961 AEV
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2013 92,467 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 89,014 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 89,014 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 86,981 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 85,363 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 82,777 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 75,696 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 75,696 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 60,250 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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R961 AEV is a 1997 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R961 AEV, 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 R961 AEV?

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What year was R961 AEV registered?

R961 AEV is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 5 December 1997.

Is R961 AEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R961 AEV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R961 AEV have outstanding finance?

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