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V286 GNG

1999 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

37,769 mi
Last recorded37,769 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2015
Typical for 1999 MG Mgf62,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV286 GNG
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2015 37,769 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front and rear discs corroded

Fail 11 Jun 2015 37,769 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front and rear discs corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2014 36,544 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 35,320 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 35,320 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 May 2012 33,903 miles

both rear tyres low on tread, nearside rear is on the legal limit

Pass 30 Jun 2011 32,536 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jun 2011 32,536 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 30,962 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 29,088 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 25,108 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 15,789 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2005 13,623 miles

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

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

front indicator repeator bulbs turning white

nearside front anti roll bar bracket damaged

nearside front brake disc inner edge corroding

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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V286 GNG is a 1999 MG Mgf in Red 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 V286 GNG, 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 V286 GNG?

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What year was V286 GNG registered?

V286 GNG is a 1999 MG Mgf, first registered on 13 December 1999.

Is V286 GNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V286 GNG 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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