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C44 MGF

1996 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

40,302 mi
Last recorded40,302 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC44 MGF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 40,302 miles

Nearside Front tyre perished on side wall

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 7 Apr 2017 40,273 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Nearside Front tyre perished

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 38,984 miles

both front tyres getting perished

both number plates starting to get deteriorated

Pass 6 Apr 2015 38,913 miles

All brake discs have sirface corrosion, but brake performance within limits

Both front tyres sidewalls slightly perished

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Apr 2015 38,913 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

All brake discs have sirface corrosion, but brake performance within limits

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 May 2012 36,182 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 35,645 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 34,791 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 33,982 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 33,161 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 32,695 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2007 31,106 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 29,378 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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C44 MGF is a 1996 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1996 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.4% with a typical mileage of 73,863 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 C44 MGF, 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 30 years old, this MG Mgf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C44 MGF registered?

C44 MGF is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 16 November 1996.

Is C44 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C44 MGF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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