MG MGF1997 · 1.8L PETROL
Vehicle Insight Summary
MG MGF (1997, PETROL, 1796cc) — mileage recorded at 90,582. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.
- 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
This 1997 Mg Mgf (P95 MKE) has a recorded MOT history spanning from May 2008 to May 2010, with 5 MOT tests on record.
The vehicle has achieved an overall 60% pass rate, with 3 passes and 2 failures recorded. This is an average MOT record. Some attention to recurring issues may be beneficial.
The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (22 issues), Suspension (13 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.
There are 33 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.
A total of 14 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)”; “Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)”.
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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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