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K12 MGF

1996 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

58,674 mi
Last recorded58,674 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK12 MGF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 58,674 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 58,558 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 58,462 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2023 58,462 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 58,380 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 58,314 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 58,153 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 58,018 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 57,789 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 57,789 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 57,472 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 57,007 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules O/S/F & N/S/F (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 55,573 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 54,968 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 54,645 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 54,231 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 53,910 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2011 53,910 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 53,701 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Jun 2011 53,696 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 51,819 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 50,310 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 49,719 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 48,781 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 47,408 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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K12 MGF is a 1996 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 K12 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

How do I check the history of K12 MGF?

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What year was K12 MGF registered?

K12 MGF is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 April 1996.

Is K12 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K12 MGF shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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