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R844 UTF

1998 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

76,492 mi
Last recorded76,492 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR844 UTF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2021 76,492 miles
Fail 29 May 2021 76,466 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2020 76,240 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 74,636 miles

Stop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 73,390 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 73,356 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 72,571 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 72,017 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 71,470 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 70,551 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 69,520 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 68,290 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 67,195 miles

front no plate cracked

os sill very rusty

water leak poss radiator

Pass 28 Feb 2006 61,822 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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R844 UTF is a 1998 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R844 UTF, 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 R844 UTF registered?

R844 UTF is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 2 January 1998.

Is R844 UTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R844 UTF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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