The road tax status for S458 DYJ is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for S458 DYJ?

The MOT for S458 DYJ is valid and due for renewal on or before 22 July 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of S458 DYJ?

The recorded mileage for S458 DYJ is 81,232 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is S458 DYJ ULEZ compliant?

No, S458 DYJ does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1998 MG MGF 1.8L Petrol · S458 DYJ

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 22/07/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 81,232 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 22/07/2026

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Mileage: 81,232 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1998
Engine: 1796cc

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S458 DYJ Key Findings

20 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 18/07/2025
81,232 miles recorded at latest MOT
4 historical MOT failures
7 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (16 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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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.

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S458 DYJ Mileage History

28/10/200528,651 mi
20/10/200629,673 mi+1,022 mi
19/10/200733,201 mi+3,528 mi
31/10/200840,111 mi+6,910 mi
30/10/200945,180 mi+5,069 mi
30/10/200945,180 mi
04/11/201050,724 mi+5,544 mi
25/10/201155,825 mi+5,101 mi
12/11/201260,438 mi+4,613 mi
31/10/201363,529 mi+3,091 mi
10/11/201468,057 mi+4,528 mi
10/11/201468,064 mi+7 mi
06/11/201570,539 mi+2,475 mi
06/11/201570,539 mi
18/11/202072,159 mi+1,620 mi
20/11/202072,164 mi+5 mi
22/07/202272,702 mi+538 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 2,666 miles per year across 20 recorded odometer readings.

S458 DYJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Oct 2026, 14:02

MOT Analysis

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20 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Mg Mgf (S458 DYJ) between October 2005 and July 2025.

The record contains 16 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 18 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (16 issues), Brakes (11 issues), Windscreen (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 39 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))”; “Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)”.

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