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S257 CPA

1998 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

79,859 mi
Last recorded79,859 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS257 CPA
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2024 79,859 miles

patches of corrosion

Pass 22 Jun 2023 77,228 miles

patches of corrosion

Pass 16 Jun 2022 75,780 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 74,220 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 72,618 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 70,227 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 56,493 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 62,582 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 61,863 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front wipers poor

Pass 21 Jun 2012 60,164 miles

slight damage to rear reg plate

Pass 1 Nov 2010 59,860 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 55,660 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 55,638 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2008 52,120 miles

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

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

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

rear number plate discolored

Pass 1 Nov 2007 45,368 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2006 38,383 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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S257 CPA is a 1998 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 S257 CPA, 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 S257 CPA registered?

S257 CPA is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 23 November 1998.

Is S257 CPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S257 CPA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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