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SPR 928

1998 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

42,566 mi
Last recorded42,566 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1998 MG Mgf67,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPR 928
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 42,566 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 41,461 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 40,428 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 40,305 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 40,067 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 39,410 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2021 39,410 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill/inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 May 2020 38,958 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 38,515 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 37,729 miles

Offside Rear Inner tyre has slight cracking on sidewall

Pass 26 Apr 2017 37,575 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 25 Apr 2017 37,575 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Apr 2016 37,086 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)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 36,622 miles

Oil leak

Fail 23 Apr 2015 36,622 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Oil leak

Pass 1 May 2014 36,367 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 35,386 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 34,091 miles

Offside Rear Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 23 May 2011 34,418 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 33,747 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 May 2009 32,302 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 21 May 2008 30,827 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 30,806 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2007 29,786 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 29,335 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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SPR 928 is a 1998 MG Mgf in Green 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 SPR 928, 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 SPR 928?

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What year was SPR 928 registered?

SPR 928 is a 1998 MG Mgf, first registered on 21 April 1998.

Is SPR 928 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPR 928 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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