MG MGF1997 · 1.8L PETROL
Vehicle Insight Summary
With 95,121 miles recorded, this GREEN 1997 MG MGF runs on PETROL with a 1796cc engine. MOT is not on record and tax is unpaid.
- Fuel
- PETROL
- Year
- 1997
- Engine
- 1796cc
This vehicle has not had an MOT in the past 5 years and may no longer be on the road. Automatic AI analysis has been skipped.
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Full MOT History
MOT data last updated: 7/20/2026, 12:03:23 PM
Our records for this Mg Mgf (P151 UGE) from 1997 show a total of 5 MOT tests between October 2008 and September 2010.
The vehicle has achieved an overall 40% pass rate, with 2 passes and 3 failures recorded. A lower-than-average pass rate suggests the vehicle may have had periods of deferred maintenance.
The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Suspension (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.
A total of 25 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)”; “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”; “Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)”.
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Common Problems: MG MGF
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Hydragas Suspension Leaks/Depressurisation(Moderate)
The unique interconnected fluid/gas suspension system can leak or lose pressure over time, leading to a harsh ride and low ground clearance.
- Head Gasket Failure(Serious)
Standard K-Series issue, exacerbated by the mid-engine layout and long coolant pipes to the front radiator.
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