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C11 MGF

1998 MG Mgf

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

9,368 mi
Last recorded9,368 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC11 MGF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 9,368 miles

abs ring corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2025 9,293 miles

both front abs rings corroded

Pass 12 Jul 2024 9,217 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 9,138 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2023 9,138 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 9,110 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 9,022 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2021 9,022 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 8,707 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 8,669 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 8,577 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 8,563 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 8,551 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 8,469 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 8,337 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 8,089 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 8,089 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 7,732 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 7,368 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 7,042 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 6,609 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 6,352 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 6,073 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 5,795 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 5,514 miles

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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C11 MGF is a 1998 MG Mgf in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

Across all 1998 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 67,480 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C11 MGF, 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 28 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 C11 MGF registered?

C11 MGF is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 8 August 1998.

Is C11 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C11 MGF shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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