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MGF 927

1996 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,089 mi
Last recorded15,089 miles
Recorded on1 May 2019
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGF 927
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2019 15,089 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 2 May 2018 14,886 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 14,838 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 14,753 miles

both front tyres worn slightly on inner edges

light misting on both front shock absorbers

Pass 20 Apr 2015 14,399 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 14,090 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 13,640 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 5 Apr 2013 13,640 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 13,630 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside rear tyre has a minor cut in the middle of the tread

offside front tyre is very close to rubbing on the inner wheel arch

Fail 30 Mar 2012 13,630 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

nearside rear tyre has a minor cut in the middle of the tread

offside front tyre is very close to rubbing on the inner wheel arch

Pass 1 Apr 2011 13,475 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Mar 2010 13,321 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 13,290 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 13,122 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 12,306 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 12,148 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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MGF 927 is a 1996 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MGF 927, 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 MGF 927 registered?

MGF 927 is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 14 March 1996.

Is MGF 927 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGF 927 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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