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C230 MGF

1997 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,355 mi
Last recorded42,355 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC230 MGF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2017 42,355 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 42,196 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 42,196 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 41,662 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 41,650 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 39,622 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 39,622 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 38,179 miles

Slight movement in Offside front and Offside rear upper ball joints.

Fail 19 Jul 2011 38,172 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Slight movement in Offside front and Offside rear upper ball joints.

Pass 20 Jul 2010 35,923 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 34,033 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 31,053 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 27,184 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 27,184 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 21,983 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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C230 MGF is a 1997 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 C230 MGF, 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 C230 MGF registered?

C230 MGF is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 28 April 1997.

Is C230 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C230 MGF shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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