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XIB 1318

1997 MG Mgf

White Other 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

40,762 mi
Last recorded40,762 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXIB 1318
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 40,762 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2025 40,743 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 38,854 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2024 38,842 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 36,360 miles
Fail 26 May 2023 36,349 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 33,188 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2021 33,096 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 29,982 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 27,856 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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XIB 1318 is a 1997 MG Mgf in White with a 1,796cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 71,264 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XIB 1318, 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 29 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 XIB 1318?

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What year was XIB 1318 registered?

XIB 1318 is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 24 February 1997.

Is XIB 1318 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XIB 1318 shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XIB 1318 have outstanding finance?

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