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S36 ACB

1998 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,117 mi
Last recorded77,117 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2011
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS36 ACB
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2011 77,117 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 73,582 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2009 70,276 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 61,929 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 53,121 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 52,401 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 52,401 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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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S36 ACB is a 1998 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S36 ACB, 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 S36 ACB?

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What year was S36 ACB registered?

S36 ACB is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S36 ACB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S36 ACB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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