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WGH 236R

1977 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

70,319 mi
Last recorded70,319 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2014
Typical for 1977 MG Mgf36,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGH 236R
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1977
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2014 70,319 miles

front and rear number plates showing honnycomb back ground

indicators flashing (slightly) fast

slight playto lower trunions

Fail 10 Apr 2014 70,310 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

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

front and rear number plates showing honnycomb back ground

indicators flashing (slightly) fast

slight playto lower trunions

Pass 6 Apr 2013 70,076 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 70,076 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 69,505 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 68,509 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 67,478 miles

slight play in steering rack

Fail 30 May 2009 67,478 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 24 May 2008 66,399 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 65,225 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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WGH 236R is a 1977 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1977 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 36,832 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 WGH 236R, 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 49 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 WGH 236R registered?

WGH 236R is a 1977 MG Mgf, first registered on 18 July 1977.

Is WGH 236R safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGH 236R shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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