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S555 VVC

1998 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,929 mi
Last recorded34,929 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS555 VVC
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2026 34,929 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 34,861 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 34,626 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 34,545 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 34,505 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 34,493 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 34,470 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 34,410 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 34,167 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 33,967 miles

park brake efficiency only just met,it would appear that adjustment or repair may be required.

Pass 12 Jun 2015 33,782 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 33,617 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 33,100 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 32,914 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 32,526 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 32,232 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 32,108 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 31,979 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 31,773 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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S555 VVC is a 1998 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S555 VVC, 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 S555 VVC?

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What year was S555 VVC registered?

S555 VVC is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 November 1998.

Is S555 VVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S555 VVC shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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