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R461 MOK

1998 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

57,225 mi
Last recorded57,225 miles
Recorded on30 May 2023
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR461 MOK
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2023 57,225 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 57,179 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 57,079 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 57,025 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 56,886 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Sep 2016 56,035 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 54,762 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 52,605 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 51,193 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2013 51,193 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 50,817 miles

n/s and o/s headlight beam image deteriorating

Fail 18 Sep 2012 50,817 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

n/s and o/s headlight beam image deteriorating

Pass 1 Sep 2011 48,756 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 47,294 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 47,177 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

slightnoise from o/s front wheel bearing

Pass 2 May 2008 4,417 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 39,145 miles

suspension low allround

Fail 6 Jun 2007 39,135 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

suspension low allround

Pass 3 Jun 2006 33,783 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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R461 MOK is a 1998 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R461 MOK, 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 R461 MOK registered?

R461 MOK is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 14 January 1998.

Is R461 MOK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R461 MOK shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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