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V986 FSC

1999 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,432 mi
Last recorded20,432 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 MG Mgf62,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV986 FSC
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2025 20,432 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 20,213 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 19,727 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2009 19,705 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 18,546 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 17,384 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 16,262 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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V986 FSC is a 1999 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V986 FSC, 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 V986 FSC?

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What year was V986 FSC registered?

V986 FSC is a 1999 MG Mgf, first registered on 17 November 1999.

Is V986 FSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V986 FSC shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V986 FSC have outstanding finance?

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