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S678 DTC

1999 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

58,606 mi
Last recorded58,606 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2018
Typical for 1999 MG Mgf62,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS678 DTC
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2018 58,606 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

all tyres wearing on inner edge

Fail 16 Jun 2018 58,606 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

all tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 27 May 2015 57,592 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 26 May 2015 57,592 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 3 Apr 2014 56,096 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2013 53,574 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 53,574 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 53,571 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 52,630 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 50,253 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 44,044 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 41,261 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 34,738 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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S678 DTC is a 1999 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 S678 DTC, 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

How do I check the history of S678 DTC?

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What year was S678 DTC registered?

S678 DTC is a 1999 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S678 DTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S678 DTC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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