1997 MG MGF 1.8L Petrol · R175 DNP
1997 MG MGF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31/12/1997. Recorded mileage 116,208 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG MGF
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/03/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 116,208 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1997
- Engine
- 1796cc
R175 DNP Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/03/2025
- 116,208 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Known faults for MG MGF
Our database tracks 2 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
R175 DNP Mileage History
- 29/11/2021114,371 mi
- 14/12/2022114,394 mi+23 mi
- 26/03/2025116,208 mi+1,814 mi
Average of roughly 553 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
R175 DNP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Mg Mgf (R175 DNP) between November 2021 and March 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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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