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N140 OAE

1996 MG Mgf

Black Petrol 1790cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

45,124 mi
Last recorded45,124 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2015
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN140 OAE
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,790cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2015 45,124 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 5 Jun 2015 45,122 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 45,083 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 44,904 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 44,781 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 44,775 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 44,261 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 44,261 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 May 2007 43,015 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 37,490 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 37,234 miles

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

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

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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N140 OAE is a 1996 MG Mgf in Black with a 1,790cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 N140 OAE, 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.

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What year was N140 OAE registered?

N140 OAE is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N140 OAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N140 OAE shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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