1997 MG MGF 1.8L Petrol · P32 PLN
1997 MG MGF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31/12/1997. Recorded mileage 79,010 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG MGF
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/01/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,010 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1997
- Engine
- 1796cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
P32 PLN Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/01/2022
- 79,010 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
P32 PLN Mileage History
- 17/12/202178,972 mi
- 12/01/202278,998 mi+26 mi
- 19/01/202279,010 mi+12 mi
Average of roughly 418 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
P32 PLN 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 (P32 PLN) between December 2021 and January 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 January 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (P32P Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as P32PLN.