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D7 GTF

1997 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

43,193 mi
Last recorded43,193 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 MG Mgf71,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD7 GTF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 43,193 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 42,369 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2025 42,369 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 42,143 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 41,782 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 41,046 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 40,263 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 39,859 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 37,144 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 34,265 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 31,404 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 30,979 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 30,338 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 28,603 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 25,190 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 22,705 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 21,765 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 21,387 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 20,143 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 19,664 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 43,990 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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D7 GTF is a 1997 MG Mgf in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 D7 GTF, 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 D7 GTF?

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What year was D7 GTF registered?

D7 GTF is a 1997 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is D7 GTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D7 GTF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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