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V501 OAG

1999 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

47,608 mi
Last recorded47,608 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2014
Typical for 1999 MG Mgf62,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV501 OAG
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2014 47,608 miles

Oil leak

Offside front wheel bearing noisy

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside front wheel bearing noisy

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2013 46,608 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Fail 24 Jun 2013 46,608 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2012 45,623 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Fail 27 Jun 2012 513,647 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2011 43,630 miles

Battery insecure

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

hydraulic clutch pipe corroded

Pass 20 Apr 2010 41,908 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2009 39,086 miles

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

both front flexi hose ferrule ends slightly corroded

n/s/f wheel bearing slightly noisy pass and advise

o/s/f tyre starting to wear on iner edge

Pass 9 Feb 2008 35,328 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 31,527 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 31,527 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 3 May 2006 28,645 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 May 2006 28,645 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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V501 OAG is a 1999 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 V501 OAG, 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 V501 OAG registered?

V501 OAG is a 1999 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 November 1999.

Is V501 OAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V501 OAG shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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