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ELF 409

1999 MG Magnette

Blue Petrol 1286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,631 mi
Last recorded3,631 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELF 409
MakeMG
ModelMagnette
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,286cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2025 3,631 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 3,398 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 3,355 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 3,287 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 3,279 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 3,261 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 3,209 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 2,887 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 2,563 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 2,397 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 1,889 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 1,543 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 1,353 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 1,068 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 788 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 725 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 520 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 357 miles

slight movement in both front wire wheel hubs

Pass 9 May 2006 312 miles

How Reliable is the MG Magnette?

Based on 4,082 MOT tests across 613 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
415
Miles/Year
92
Year Lifespan
613
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brakes imbalanced across an axle 151
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 118
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 94
brake binding 82
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 76
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ELF 409 is a 1999 MG Magnette in Blue with a 1,286cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a MG Magnette fails its MOT is brakes imbalanced across an axle, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ELF 409, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Magnette typically stays on UK roads for around 92 years. At 27 years old, this MG Magnette is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ELF 409?

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What year was ELF 409 registered?

ELF 409 is a 1999 MG Magnette, first registered on 15 February 1999.

Is ELF 409 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELF 409 shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ELF 409 have outstanding finance?

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