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S21 DSF

2017 MG 3

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,083 mi
Last recorded81,083 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2017 MG 332,016 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS21 DSF
MakeMG
Model3
Year2017
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 81,083 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2025 80,832 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Nov 2024 70,339 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2023 58,514 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 48,699 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 24 Nov 2021 38,842 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 24 Nov 2021 38,842 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 27,508 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 30 Oct 2020 27,505 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

How Reliable is the MG 3?

Based on 143,683 MOT tests across 20,731 vehicles.

81.1%
Pass Rate
4,878
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
20,731
On UK Roads
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S21 DSF is a 2017 MG 3 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2017 MG 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 32,016 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The MG 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 9 years old, this MG 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S21 DSF?

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What year was S21 DSF registered?

S21 DSF is a 2017 MG 3, first registered on 30 November 2017.

Is S21 DSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S21 DSF shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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