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MFX 214G

1998 MG C

Yellow Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

52,538 mi
Last recorded52,538 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2018
Typical for 1998 MG C26,195 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFX 214G
MakeMG
ModelC
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2018 52,538 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 52,538 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 50,760 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 49,303 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 47,420 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 47,420 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 45,206 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 43,700 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 41,560 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 15,920 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 15,919 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

advise play apparent in both front kingpins

How Reliable is the MG C?

Based on 8,128 MOT tests across 887 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
437
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
887
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 208
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 200
brake binding 173
brake recording little or no effort 98
Stop lamp not working 95
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MFX 214G is a 1998 MG C in Yellow with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 MG C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 26,195 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a MG C fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 208 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MFX 214G, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG C typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 28 years old, this MG C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MFX 214G registered?

MFX 214G is a 1998 MG C, first registered on 6 June 1998.

Is MFX 214G safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFX 214G shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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