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K777 ENS

1998 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,672 mi
Last recorded43,672 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK777 ENS
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 43,672 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2026 43,572 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Fail 12 Mar 2026 43,513 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 43,456 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2025 43,456 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 43,376 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 43,154 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 42,962 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 42,732 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 42,344 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear service and parking brake efforts low

Pass 1 May 2018 42,046 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 41,774 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 41,515 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 41,165 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 40,710 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 40,375 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 40,060 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 39,701 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 39,345 miles

both head lamp pattens poor

Pass 19 Jan 2009 39,075 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 38,613 miles

Slight binding to o/s/r wheel.

Slight play in lower UJ to steering rack.

Fail 18 Jan 2008 38,613 miles

Slight binding to o/s/r wheel.

Slight play in lower UJ to steering rack.

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 38,149 miles

Fair amount of corrosion to o/s/f wishbone.

Slight play in o/s/r upper suspension joint.

Pass 20 Jan 2006 36,348 miles

Slight play in o/s & n/s front & rear lower shock absorber bushes.

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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K777 ENS is a 1998 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 K777 ENS, 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 K777 ENS registered?

K777 ENS is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 January 1998.

Is K777 ENS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K777 ENS shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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