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S137 HBW

1999 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

25,474 mi
Last recorded25,474 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 MG Mgf62,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS137 HBW
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 25,474 miles

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 25,129 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 25,050 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2023 25,048 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 24,664 miles

ABS (vibration) when testing front brake performace

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Corrosion to sills and underside of vehicle

Nearside Front Skirt/ body panel (Outer panel covering chassis) corroded and holed

Offside Front Skirt/ body panel (Outer panel covering chassis) corroded and holed

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

Power steering warning lamp illuminated briefly - then stayed extinguished

Fail 10 Jan 2023 24,664 miles

Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Very worn, very scored and very corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

ABS (vibration) when testing front brake performace

Brake performance requirements only just met - system requires attention

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Central Rear Lower Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Corrosion to sills and underside of vehicle

Nearside Front Skirt/ body panel (Outer panel covering chassis) corroded and holed

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm - 205/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge bald - 185/55/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Skirt/ body panel (Outer panel covering chassis) corroded and holed

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Power steering warning lamp illuminated briefly - then stayed extinguished

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

Pass 26 Jan 2022 24,578 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 24,244 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2019 23,713 miles

Nearside Front Inner 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 Inner 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))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 22,581 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Dec 2017 21,162 miles

TYRE PRESSURES WHERE LOW

Fail 29 Dec 2017 21,162 miles

Offside Fluid suspension unit displaced 2" TO LOW (2.4.D.1a)

TYRE PRESSURES WHERE LOW

Pass 19 Dec 2016 19,686 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 18,453 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 17,536 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 16,220 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 14,980 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 13,594 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2011 12,127 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 10,166 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 10,166 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Dec 2008 8,706 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2008 6,845 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 4,997 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Jan 2006 3,967 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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S137 HBW is a 1999 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1999 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 62,191 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 S137 HBW, 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 27 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 S137 HBW registered?

S137 HBW is a 1999 MG Mgf, first registered on 14 January 1999.

Is S137 HBW safe to buy?

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