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S2 RVM

1998 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

29,433 mi
Last recorded29,433 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS2 RVM
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 29,433 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 29,398 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2025 29,398 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2024 29,379 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 29,283 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 29,124 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 28,932 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 28,742 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 28,584 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 28,526 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 28,376 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 27,693 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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S2 RVM is a 1998 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 S2 RVM, 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 S2 RVM?

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What year was S2 RVM registered?

S2 RVM is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 13 November 1998.

Is S2 RVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S2 RVM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S2 RVM have outstanding finance?

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