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MSJ 661

1998 MG Tf

White Petrol 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

1,367 mi
Last recorded1,367 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2012
Typical for 1998 MG Tf62,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSJ 661
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2012 1,367 miles

earth strap near gearbox not connected?

main beam warning light not working

Fail 29 Mar 2012 1,353 miles

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

earth strap near gearbox not connected?

main beam warning light not working

Pass 8 Apr 2011 1,274 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 1,274 miles

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2010 1,112 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 1,104 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 1,104 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 1,020 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 956 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 929 miles

How Reliable is the MG Tf?

Based on 475,348 MOT tests across 28,732 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
2,413
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
28,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,890
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,830
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 17,226
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,638
parking brake recording little or no effort 9,951
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MSJ 661 is a 1998 MG Tf in White with a 1,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 62,822 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Tf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MSJ 661, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Tf typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 28 years old, this MG Tf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MSJ 661 registered?

MSJ 661 is a 1998 MG Tf, first registered on 11 June 1998.

Is MSJ 661 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSJ 661 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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