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J500 DNH

1998 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

47,553 mi
Last recorded47,553 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ500 DNH
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 47,553 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 47,031 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 45,964 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 44,447 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 42,347 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 40,396 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 40,119 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 40,058 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 38,782 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 37,960 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 36,914 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 35,693 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 34,122 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 32,145 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 30,328 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 30,313 miles

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 28,736 miles

dampness at brake master cylinder area

Fail 4 Jun 2008 28,728 miles

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

dampness at brake master cylinder area

Pass 12 Jun 2007 26,920 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 24,688 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2005 22,662 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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J500 DNH is a 1998 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 J500 DNH, 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

How do I check the history of J500 DNH?

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What year was J500 DNH registered?

J500 DNH is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is J500 DNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J500 DNH shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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