1998 MG MGF 1.8L Petrol · S458 DYJ
1998 MG MGF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 17/11/1998. Recorded mileage 81,232 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG MGF
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 81,232 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
S458 DYJ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/07/2025
- 81,232 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: Average
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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.
S458 DYJ Mileage History
- 22/07/202272,702 mi
- 24/07/202373,711 mi+1,009 mi
- 19/07/202476,069 mi+2,358 mi
- 18/07/202581,232 mi+5,163 mi
Average of roughly 2,854 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
S458 DYJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Mg Mgf (S458 DYJ) between July 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 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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