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G89 MGF

1998 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,096 mi
Last recorded10,096 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG89 MGF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 2 May 2025 10,096 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 10,067 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 10,040 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 10,006 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 9,891 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 9,761 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 9,627 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 9,477 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 9,265 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 9,001 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 8,828 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 8,599 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 8,409 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 8,269 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 8,237 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 8,033 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 7,674 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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G89 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 100%.

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 G89 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 G89 MGF registered?

G89 MGF is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is G89 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G89 MGF shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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