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S948 TDP

1998 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

42,927 mi
Last recorded42,927 miles
Recorded on20 May 2023
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS948 TDP
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2023 42,927 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 42,369 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 41,344 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 40,403 miles

some underbody surface corrosion

Pass 24 Aug 2015 39,828 miles

all brake discs corroded

front spare wheel well corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2014 39,017 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

genral underbody corrosion

Pass 21 Jul 2012 39,343 miles

both subframes starting to corrode

rear exhaust outter box starting to corrode

under body starting to corrode

Pass 21 Jul 2011 38,741 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 37,647 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all shock absorber mounting bushes worn and weak

Pass 13 Jul 2009 36,428 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 34,218 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 32,597 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 32,597 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Front Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4b)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 31,214 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2006 31,214 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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S948 TDP is a 1998 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 S948 TDP, 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 S948 TDP registered?

S948 TDP is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S948 TDP safe to buy?

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