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R482 KTO

1998 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

45,073 mi
Last recorded45,073 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR482 KTO
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 45,073 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 45,070 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 44,961 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 44,961 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 44,893 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 44,838 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 44,639 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 44,393 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 44,281 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 44,279 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 44,159 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2008 43,992 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 43,992 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2007 43,315 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 42,459 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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R482 KTO is a 1998 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R482 KTO, 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

How do I check the history of R482 KTO?

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What year was R482 KTO registered?

R482 KTO is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 25 February 1998.

Is R482 KTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R482 KTO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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