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B9 CYN

1997 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,522 mi
Last recorded31,522 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB9 CYN
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 31,522 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 31,297 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 31,197 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 31,078 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 30,969 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 30,744 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 30,502 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 30,139 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 29,288 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 29,288 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 19 Jul 2016 28,137 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 27,433 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 26,777 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 26,136 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 26,136 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2012 25,228 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 24,554 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 23,900 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 23,897 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 23,338 miles

Coolant leak from heater hose.

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

Pass 18 Aug 2008 21,926 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 21,188 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 20,184 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 2 Aug 2005 18,904 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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B9 CYN is a 1997 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 B9 CYN, 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 B9 CYN registered?

B9 CYN is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 19 August 1997.

Is B9 CYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B9 CYN shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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