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K16 MGF

1996 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

17,128 mi
Last recorded17,128 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK16 MGF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 17,128 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 16,980 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 16,951 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking in areas (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking in areas (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 16,709 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 16,627 miles

rear tyres cracking badly inner sidewalls but no cords/ply exposed

Fail 25 Apr 2013 15,925 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 15,925 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 15,547 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

battery insecure

Pass 22 Dec 2010 15,276 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 14,624 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 13,700 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 12,872 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 12,057 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 11,285 miles

Offside Rear Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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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K16 MGF is a 1996 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 K16 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 K16 MGF registered?

K16 MGF is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is K16 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K16 MGF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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