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R892 EMX

1998 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

20,784 mi
Last recorded20,784 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2023
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR892 EMX
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2023 20,784 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 20,528 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 20,426 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 20,233 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 20,233 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions not tested fuel leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jan 2019 20,031 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 19,782 miles

Both Headlights Starting To Mist Up

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both Fronts On Inner Edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 19,244 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 18,255 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 17,373 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 17,373 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 16,190 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 15,093 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 15,093 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 15,003 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 14,907 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 14,636 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 14,636 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 14,537 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 14,468 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 13,656 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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R892 EMX is a 1998 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R892 EMX, 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 R892 EMX registered?

R892 EMX is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 2 January 1998.

Is R892 EMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R892 EMX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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