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S347 BPG

1998 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

45,281 mi
Last recorded45,281 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS347 BPG
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 45,281 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 44,502 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 43,427 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 41,897 miles

Rear brakes just met required limits

steering requires further investigation

Pass 5 Mar 2019 38,697 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 34,098 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 34,098 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 27,694 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2016 23,963 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2016 23,963 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 21,962 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 16,367 miles

front tyres cracking

Fail 28 Oct 2013 16,367 miles

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front tyres cracking

Pass 30 Oct 2012 15,825 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 15,237 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 15,236 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 15,045 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 15,045 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 14,606 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 14,241 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 13,682 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 12,854 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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S347 BPG is a 1998 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 S347 BPG, 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 S347 BPG registered?

S347 BPG is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 2 November 1998.

Is S347 BPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S347 BPG shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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