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S471 ORU

1999 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

36,105 mi
Last recorded36,105 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 1999 MG Mgf62,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS471 ORU
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 36,105 miles
Fail 21 May 2025 36,104 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 May 2024 35,420 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 14 May 2024 35,419 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 May 2023 34,616 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 34,361 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 34,091 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Suspension level low

Fail 25 Sep 2020 34,084 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Suspension level low

Pass 10 May 2019 33,792 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 33,586 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 33,586 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 33,373 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 33,085 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Aug 2015 33,083 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 33,034 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 33,034 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 32,721 miles

front brake pads approx 4mm lowest limit allowed 1.5mm

Pass 18 Jul 2012 32,202 miles

general surface corrosion underside of vehicle.

hydrolastic suspension low

Pass 15 Jul 2011 31,577 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 31,188 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 30,870 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 30,566 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 30,287 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 29,956 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 29,956 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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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S471 ORU is a 1999 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 S471 ORU, 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 S471 ORU registered?

S471 ORU is a 1999 MG Mgf, first registered on 6 January 1999.

Is S471 ORU safe to buy?

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