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S817 NFV

1998 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

41,299 mi
Last recorded41,299 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS817 NFV
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 41,299 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 13 May 2024 41,016 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 15 May 2023 40,560 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 39,826 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 38,292 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 37,980 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 37,204 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 35,832 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 34,486 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 34,461 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 34,461 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 30,291 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 27,099 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing inside edge

Pass 4 Jun 2011 26,450 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 25,507 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 24,783 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 23,821 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 22,517 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 21,465 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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S817 NFV is a 1998 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 S817 NFV, 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 S817 NFV registered?

S817 NFV is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S817 NFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S817 NFV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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