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V379 MGC

1999 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

51,408 mi
Last recorded51,408 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1999 MG Mgf62,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV379 MGC
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 51,408 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 50,460 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 49,582 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 48,603 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 47,419 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 46,234 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 40,207 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 39,668 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 38,007 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 37,930 miles

Service brake efficiency only just met requirements advise further inspection

Pass 6 Oct 2015 37,457 miles

srs light comes on intermittently

washer jets' aim slightly too high

Pass 3 Oct 2014 37,371 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

front wheels close to wheel arch linners on locks

Pass 1 Oct 2013 36,823 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

refitted rear near side a/b/s sensor wire back in retaining bracket.

Pass 9 Oct 2012 36,618 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 35,681 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 34,417 miles

all tyre prssures are low

Pass 8 Oct 2009 33,328 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 32,851 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2008 32,850 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2007 31,064 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 30,552 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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V379 MGC is a 1999 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 V379 MGC, 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 V379 MGC registered?

V379 MGC is a 1999 MG Mgf, first registered on 19 November 1999.

Is V379 MGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V379 MGC shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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