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S854 FRP

1998 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

61,712 mi
Last recorded61,712 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS854 FRP
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 61,712 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2026 61,712 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 61,287 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2025 61,287 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 60,951 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective headlamp pattern visible but faded both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 60,608 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 60,054 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 59,894 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2021 59,894 miles

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Jun 2020 59,605 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2019 59,191 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 58,783 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 58,329 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 57,949 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 57,371 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 55,828 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 54,614 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front brake discs corroded on inside lips

Pass 18 Jun 2012 53,600 miles

both front brake discs corroded on inside lips

Pass 26 May 2011 52,066 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 49,583 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both sides front brake discs corroded on lips

Pass 3 Jun 2009 47,106 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

exhaust catalyst skin loose

offside front tyre devoid of tread areas of inner shoulder,also nearside front tyre worn inner shoulder

Pass 10 Jun 2008 45,095 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 42,528 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 42,520 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 42,310 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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S854 FRP 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 S854 FRP, 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 S854 FRP registered?

S854 FRP is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S854 FRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S854 FRP 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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