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PCF 454M

1971 MG Mgf

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

83,894 mi
Last recorded83,894 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 1971 MG Mgf24,487 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCF 454M
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 83,894 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 83,090 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 79,516 miles

off side front slight play bottom ball joint/near side rear wheel bearing slight play

Pass 31 Jan 2007 77,562 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 77,562 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2006 73,662 miles

o/s/r brake binding slightly.

Fail 21 Nov 2005 73,649 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Fail 15 Nov 2005 73,636 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Body or chassis is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Damp at o/side rear wheel.

Nearside Front Track rod end damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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PCF 454M is a 1971 MG Mgf in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1971 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 24,487 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PCF 454M, 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 55 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 PCF 454M registered?

PCF 454M is a 1971 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is PCF 454M safe to buy?

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