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S764 JRK

1998 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

64,869 mi
Last recorded64,869 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS764 JRK
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 64,869 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 64,495 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 63,630 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 63,086 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2023 63,086 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 61,100 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 58,891 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 57,852 miles

parking brake performance low offside

Pass 20 Jun 2019 57,535 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

o/s handbrake performance low.

Fail 20 Jun 2019 57,526 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

o/s handbrake performance low.

Pass 5 Jul 2018 56,697 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 55,829 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 55,389 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 54,505 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 53,721 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 52,806 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 51,953 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 50,690 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 49,698 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 49,698 miles

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 48,194 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 46,968 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 46,967 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 45,163 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 41,531 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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S764 JRK is a 1998 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 S764 JRK, 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 S764 JRK?

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What year was S764 JRK registered?

S764 JRK is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 26 August 1998.

Is S764 JRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S764 JRK shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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