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R187 TKP

1998 MG Mgf

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,602 mi
Last recorded59,602 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2008
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR187 TKP
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Jan 2008 59,602 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 56,695 miles

Tyres near side front worn on inside, both rear tyres worn on inside.

Pass 17 Jan 2006 54,207 miles

Near side rear tyre wearing slightly on inner edge.

Slight serface rust to inner brake discs.

oil leak

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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R187 TKP is a 1998 MG Mgf in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R187 TKP, 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 R187 TKP registered?

R187 TKP is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 25 June 1998.

Is R187 TKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R187 TKP shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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