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T585 SDC

1999 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

52,463 mi
Last recorded52,463 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 MG Mgf62,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT585 SDC
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 52,463 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2026 52,460 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside suspension low

Pass 14 Jun 2025 52,084 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2025 52,081 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 51,663 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 51,316 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 50,964 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2022 50,964 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 50,752 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2021 50,752 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction sun visors cannot be stowed in the 'off screen' position (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 50,411 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2019 50,407 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2018 50,168 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 50,168 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Pass 22 May 2017 49,374 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 48,369 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 47,360 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 47,358 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 45,772 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 8 May 2013 44,629 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 44,399 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 43,755 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 43,182 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 41,763 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 41,763 miles

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 39,768 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2007 38,854 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 37,060 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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T585 SDC is a 1999 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 T585 SDC, 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 T585 SDC registered?

T585 SDC is a 1999 MG Mgf, first registered on 25 June 1999.

Is T585 SDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for T585 SDC shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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