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T318 JVX

1999 MG Mgf

Purple Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

47,724 mi
Last recorded47,724 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2019
Typical for 1999 MG Mgf62,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT318 JVX
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2019 47,724 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2019 47,724 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Oct 2018 47,335 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 46,915 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 46,630 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 46,622 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 46,328 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 46,328 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 45,916 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 21 Oct 2013 45,267 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 44,817 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 44,336 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 43,508 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

small oil leak from gear box

suspension low may require regased

Pass 11 Aug 2009 42,890 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Aug 2008 42,263 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 41,453 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 40,743 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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T318 JVX is a 1999 MG Mgf in Purple with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 T318 JVX, 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 T318 JVX registered?

T318 JVX is a 1999 MG Mgf, first registered on 25 March 1999.

Is T318 JVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T318 JVX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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