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J90 MGF

1996 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,651 mi
Last recorded43,651 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ90 MGF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 43,651 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2025 43,651 miles

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released all 3 lamps (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jul 2022 43,216 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Tie arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Tie arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 42,217 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 41,814 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 39,409 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 39,131 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 39,131 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 39,010 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 38,745 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 38,582 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2014 38,582 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 38,401 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 37,368 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 35,790 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 33,763 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 31,858 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 30,463 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 28,979 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 27,728 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 25,701 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2005 25,699 miles

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

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

wipers split but still clear the screen

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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J90 MGF is a 1996 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 J90 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 J90 MGF registered?

J90 MGF is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 12 August 1996.

Is J90 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J90 MGF shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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