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S325 DWK

1998 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

38,126 mi
Last recorded38,126 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS325 DWK
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 38,126 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 37,700 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 37,613 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 37,114 miles

both rear subframe front bushes slightly deteriorated

Pass 14 Sep 2017 36,835 miles

offside rear tyre cuts to inner sidewall

under body coolant rail corroded

Pass 17 Oct 2015 36,831 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 36,343 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 36,049 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 35,304 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 35,027 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 12 Feb 2009 34,446 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 34,446 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 33,276 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 32,943 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 30,157 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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S325 DWK is a 1998 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 S325 DWK, 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 S325 DWK registered?

S325 DWK is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 16 December 1998.

Is S325 DWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S325 DWK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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