1998 MG MGF 1.8L Petrol · R853 ANP
1998 MG MGF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/02/1998. Recorded mileage 55,251 miles. MOT valid until 07/03/2027. Taxed until 01/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- MG MGF
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07/03/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/11/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 55,251 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 1998
- Engine
- 1796cc
R853 ANP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/03/2026
- 55,251 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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Known faults for MG MGF
Our database tracks 2 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
R853 ANP Mileage History
- 20/04/202249,380 mi
- 12/04/202351,039 mi+1,659 mi
- 08/03/202452,762 mi+1,723 mi
- 03/03/202554,143 mi+1,381 mi
- 03/03/202655,251 mi+1,108 mi
Average of roughly 1,517 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
R853 ANP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Mg Mgf (R853 ANP) between April 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
Common Problems: MG MGF
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Hydragas Suspension Leaks/Depressurisation(Moderate)
The unique interconnected fluid/gas suspension system can leak or lose pressure over time, leading to a harsh ride and low ground clearance.
- Head Gasket Failure(Serious)
Standard K-Series issue, exacerbated by the mid-engine layout and long coolant pipes to the front radiator.
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