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MG MGF

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,796 cc

S98 HCBMOT history

S98 HCB is a blue petrol MG MGF first used on 12 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 69,634 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2024
Mileage
69,634 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,557 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S98 HCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
MG
Model
MGF
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
12 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S98 HCB was last recorded at 69,634 miles on 9 Sept 2023, 299 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,335 miles · 27 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
299 miles
Average per year
1,557 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 69,634 miles
  • 2022 – 69,335 miles
  • 2021 – 68,326 miles
  • 2019 – 68,187 miles
  • 2018 – 67,887 miles
  • 2017 – 67,053 miles
  • 2016 – 66,235 miles
  • 2015 – 64,697 miles
  • 2013 – 63,237 miles
  • 2012 – 62,243 miles
  • 2011 – 60,237 miles
  • 2010 – 56,795 miles
  • 2009 – 53,916 miles
  • 2008 – 50,351 miles
  • 2007 – 45,886 miles
  • 2006 – 44,254 miles
  • 2005 – 41,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,634 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,634 miles (+299)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    69,634 miles
    Test number
    438180767790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass69,335 miles (+1,009)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    69,335 miles
    Test number
    121093704878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass68,326 miles (+139)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    68,326 miles
    Test number
    571595027014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,187 miles (+300)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    68,187 miles
    Test number
    468895169893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass67,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    67,887 miles
    Test number
    932674728927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail67,887 miles (+834)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,887 miles
    Test number
    895883583489
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSubframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded nearside outer sill (2.4.A.3)

  7. Pass67,053 miles (+818)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    67,053 miles
    Test number
    200248133276
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass66,235 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    66,235 miles
    Test number
    254785594276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail66,226 miles (+1,529)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,226 miles
    Test number
    202102885415
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  10. Pass64,697 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    64,697 miles
    Test number
    578998155096
    • NoteFront brake discs in poor condition on inner surfaces. rear discs also poor condition

  11. Fail64,695 miles (+1,458)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,695 miles
    Test number
    188385935006
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs in poor condition also rusting on inner surface

  12. Pass63,237 miles (+994)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    63,237 miles
    Test number
    656692983143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,243 miles (+2,006)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    62,243 miles
    Test number
    286645582486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,237 miles (+3,442)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    60,237 miles
    Test number
    295006281111
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOffside front wheel rubs suspension arm in full lock when jacked up fully.

  15. Pass56,795 miles (+2,879)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    56,795 miles
    Test number
    943255170165
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs slightly corroded
    • NoteNearside headlamp light output poor

  16. Pass53,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    53,916 miles
    Test number
    522407489180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail53,916 miles (+3,565)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,916 miles
    Test number
    720267289179
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass50,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    50,351 miles
    Test number
    912239388171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. FailMileage not read2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    852123388109
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteCoolant leaking from hose underneath vehicle

  20. Pass45,886 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    45,886 miles
    Test number
    831817087168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail45,885 miles (+1,631)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,885 miles
    Test number
    382884387168
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass44,254 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    44,254 miles
    Test number
    523696156353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail44,253 miles (+3)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,253 miles
    Test number
    122614756363
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  24. Fail44,250 miles (+1,572)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,250 miles
    Test number
    183399146352
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  25. Pass42,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    42,678 miles
    Test number
    784684326123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail42,678 miles (+1,605)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,678 miles
    Test number
    201834026446
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  27. Pass41,073 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2006
    Odometer
    41,073 miles
    Test number
    601185825132
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about S98 HCB

Does S98 HCB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S98 HCB expired on 8 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S98 HCB?
The MOT on S98 HCB expired on 8 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S98 HCB done?
S98 HCB was recorded at 69,634 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2023, an average of 1,557 miles a year.
Has S98 HCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S98 HCB has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2018.
Has the mileage on S98 HCB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S98 HCB find?
S98 HCB passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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