CarVerify

Free Car Check

J700 WYN

1998 MG Mgf

Orange Petrol 1796cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

36,768 mi
Last recorded36,768 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ700 WYN
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2023 36,768 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust box corroding

nearside headlamp inner lens deteriorating, beam image hazy

slight seepage of grease from nearside driveshaft seal

Fail 17 May 2023 36,768 miles

Electronic power steering not working (2.6 (c))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle on lock rubbing on inner arch (5.2.3 (f))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust box corroding

nearside headlamp inner lens deteriorating, beam image hazy

slight seepage of grease from nearside driveshaft seal

Pass 20 Sep 2017 36,723 miles

nearside beam image a bit hazy, headlamp deteriorating inside.

Pass 19 Sep 2016 36,578 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 36,496 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 36,196 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 35,870 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 35,713 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 35,552 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 35,437 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 35,177 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 35,065 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 34,798 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 33,620 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 32,957 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
Full MG Mgf reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

J700 WYN is a 1998 MG Mgf in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 J700 WYN, 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 J700 WYN?

You can check the full history of J700 WYN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was J700 WYN registered?

J700 WYN is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 18 September 1998.

Is J700 WYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J700 WYN shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J700 WYN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on J700 WYN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.