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S306 RLK

1998 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

52,707 mi
Last recorded52,707 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS306 RLK
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 52,707 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 52,663 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2025 52,571 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 52,434 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive clutch slave cylinder (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2024 52,434 miles

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

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive clutch slave cylinder (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 52,256 miles

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspension arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced suspension arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 52,233 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 52,213 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 52,040 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 51,839 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 51,208 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 51,036 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 50,694 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 50,306 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 49,974 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 49,246 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 48,859 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 48,313 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 47,859 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 47,362 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 46,853 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 45,043 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2006 35,142 miles

offside front tyre worn low on inner edge.

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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S306 RLK is a 1998 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 S306 RLK, 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 S306 RLK registered?

S306 RLK is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 10 August 1998.

Is S306 RLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S306 RLK shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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