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R205 BDX

1998 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

33,703 mi
Last recorded33,703 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR205 BDX
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 33,703 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 32,861 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 32,136 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 31,183 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 30,371 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 29,638 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 29,114 miles

Nearside Front poor headlamp pattern

Offside Front poor headlamp pattern

Fail 7 Jun 2018 29,112 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front poor headlamp pattern

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front poor headlamp pattern

Pass 15 Jun 2017 28,595 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 28,394 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 27,975 miles

Various suspension componants corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2012 27,866 miles

slight oil residue on underside of engine

Fail 18 Oct 2011 27,847 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 27,847 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 27,528 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 26,379 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 24,984 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 24,984 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 24,014 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 23,504 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
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R205 BDX is a 1998 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 R205 BDX, 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 R205 BDX registered?

R205 BDX is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 2 April 1998.

Is R205 BDX safe to buy?

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