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V917 GAP

1999 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

103,064 mi
Last recorded103,064 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 MG Mgf62,191 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV917 GAP
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 103,064 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 101,307 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 100,571 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 99,115 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 96,808 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 95,761 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 92,260 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 87,357 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 86,209 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 83,404 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 80,906 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 78,859 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

outer sidewalls perished, all tyres.

Pass 14 Nov 2012 76,129 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 74,317 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 71,810 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 71,810 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 68,671 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 65,616 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 59,350 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 3 Dec 2007 59,350 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jan 2007 54,194 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 54,194 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2005 46,967 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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V917 GAP is a 1999 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 V917 GAP, 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 V917 GAP?

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What year was V917 GAP registered?

V917 GAP is a 1999 MG Mgf, first registered on 17 September 1999.

Is V917 GAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V917 GAP shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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