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S890 ATM

1998 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

39,937 mi
Last recorded39,937 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS890 ATM
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 39,937 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres over 20 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2025 39,885 miles

All tyres 20+ years old

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 39,807 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 39,798 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 39,763 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 39,733 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 39,733 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 39,643 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 39,450 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 39,382 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 39,238 miles

suspension height very low

Pass 15 Sep 2014 39,127 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 38,972 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 20 Sep 2013 38,972 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 38,788 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 38,691 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 38,538 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 38,197 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 37,627 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2008 37,627 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2007 36,331 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 35,817 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2006 35,806 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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S890 ATM is a 1998 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 S890 ATM, 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 S890 ATM registered?

S890 ATM is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S890 ATM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S890 ATM shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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