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D8 MGF

1998 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

56,269 mi
Last recorded56,269 miles
Recorded on24 May 2024
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD8 MGF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 May 2024 56,269 miles

parking brake may require adjustments or repair

underbody components corroded not excessively

Pass 30 Jun 2023 55,688 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2023 55,679 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 55,130 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 53,955 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 52,753 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 50,855 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 50,840 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 48,293 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

areas of both front shock absorber casings corroded,not to excess

both front suspension arms corroded,not excess

nearside rear tyre has inner shoulder wear,and shallow cuts on inner side wall at time of inspection

Pass 12 Apr 2012 46,388 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 46,376 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2011 44,518 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 44,517 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 44,341 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 41,709 miles

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Pass 18 Sep 2006 40,677 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 40,677 miles

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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D8 MGF is a 1998 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 D8 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 D8 MGF registered?

D8 MGF is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 22 April 1998.

Is D8 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D8 MGF shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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