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S939 DGP

1998 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

88,297 mi
Last recorded88,297 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS939 DGP
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 88,297 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 88,205 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 88,185 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 88,177 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 88,028 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 87,742 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 87,692 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 87,387 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 86,511 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 85,221 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 84,224 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 84,209 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 82,963 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 81,756 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 80,949 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 80,020 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 78,643 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 75,524 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 71,806 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 14 Mar 2008 71,806 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2007 68,423 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 22 Jun 2007 68,422 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 67,421 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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S939 DGP is a 1998 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 S939 DGP, 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 S939 DGP?

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What year was S939 DGP registered?

S939 DGP is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 16 October 1998.

Is S939 DGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S939 DGP shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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