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V31 MAB

1999 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

51,637 mi
Last recorded51,637 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 1999 MG Mgf62,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV31 MAB
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 51,637 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 51,363 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2017 51,086 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre Slightly out of shape on inner edge

Pass 12 May 2016 49,354 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 48,514 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 47,930 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 46,857 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 44,727 miles

n/s/r tyre out of shape on inner edge slightly

Pass 3 Jun 2011 41,239 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 39,608 miles

fluid suspension height is very low,very little clearance between suspension bump stops.

Pass 2 May 2009 39,114 miles

Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

rear brake pipe/suspension pipe securing clip broken but cable tied

Pass 23 Feb 2008 38,570 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2007 36,907 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 35,624 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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V31 MAB is a 1999 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 V31 MAB, 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.

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What year was V31 MAB registered?

V31 MAB is a 1999 MG Mgf, first registered on 16 September 1999.

Is V31 MAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V31 MAB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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