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A14 DVG

1997 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

18,625 mi
Last recorded18,625 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 DVG
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 18,625 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2025 18,020 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 17,607 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 17,550 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 17,097 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 16,880 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 16,863 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 16,798 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 16,630 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 16,578 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 16,427 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 16,348 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 16,123 miles

headlamp aim on lowest setting

Pass 14 Mar 2013 16,017 miles

suspension low

Pass 12 Mar 2012 15,861 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 15,658 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 15,510 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 15,077 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 15,077 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 14,841 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 14,578 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 13,706 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 13,706 miles

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

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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A14 DVG is a 1997 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 A14 DVG, 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

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What year was A14 DVG registered?

A14 DVG is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 5 April 1997.

Is A14 DVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 DVG shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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