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S323 MFL

1998 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

36,018 mi
Last recorded36,018 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS323 MFL
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 36,018 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 31 Mar 2026 36,013 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 35,425 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 35,464 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 33,944 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 33,944 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 32,339 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Aug 2018 32,337 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Suspension levelling valve damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected level too low (5.3.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension levelling valve damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected level too low (5.3.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2011 32,235 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Wiper blades showing signs of deterioration

Pass 16 Jun 2010 31,619 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 30,559 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 29,384 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 27,545 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 23,578 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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S323 MFL is a 1998 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S323 MFL, 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 S323 MFL registered?

S323 MFL is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 October 1998.

Is S323 MFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S323 MFL shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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