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V656 PPU

1999 MG Mgf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

50,163 mi
Last recorded50,163 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 MG Mgf62,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV656 PPU
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 50,163 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 50,046 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 49,434 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 49,434 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 49,332 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 48,912 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 48,629 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 47,646 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 47,303 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 46,897 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 46,021 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 45,183 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2008 45,183 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight movement in o/s/f wishbone

Pass 17 Oct 2007 44,460 miles

near side front tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 17 Oct 2007 44,460 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

near side front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 13 Oct 2006 43,126 miles

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

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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V656 PPU is a 1999 MG Mgf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 V656 PPU, 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 V656 PPU registered?

V656 PPU is a 1999 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V656 PPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V656 PPU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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