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S699 MAB

1998 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

70,158 mi
Last recorded70,158 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS699 MAB
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 70,158 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 67,079 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 63,118 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 60,163 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 59,991 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 59,471 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both front lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 29 Jun 2020 59,471 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush and rear lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 59,047 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush and rear lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 57,768 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

all shock absorber lower bushed slightly worn

Pass 12 Jul 2017 56,412 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 12 Jul 2017 56,412 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 54,827 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 54,827 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 52,809 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 51,148 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 49,581 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 47,662 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 46,500 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 43,617 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 41,143 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 41,143 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 38,727 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 36,845 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 34,464 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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S699 MAB is a 1998 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S699 MAB, 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 S699 MAB?

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What year was S699 MAB registered?

S699 MAB is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 24 October 1998.

Is S699 MAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S699 MAB shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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