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S219 BMV

1998 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,220 mi
Last recorded43,220 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS219 BMV
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 43,220 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 42,854 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 42,832 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 41,279 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 41,279 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 38,068 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2012 37,009 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2012 37,004 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

air bag light on.

Pass 21 Jan 2011 36,849 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 20 Nov 2009 34,896 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 34,889 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2008 33,348 miles

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

front axle tyres differant sizes to rears

inside rear view obscured by deterioration of back plastic screen

slight risistance to steering on right turns.

steering wheel slightly offset

we advise attention to steering a/s/a/p

Pass 6 Aug 2007 32,382 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 32,352 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Jul 2006 31,072 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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S219 BMV is a 1998 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S219 BMV, 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 S219 BMV registered?

S219 BMV is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is S219 BMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S219 BMV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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