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N202 GMA

1996 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

12,488 mi
Last recorded12,488 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN202 GMA
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 12,488 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2025 12,431 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 10 Jul 2024 12,387 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both+wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 12,311 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both+wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Jul 2023 12,293 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding or handbrake binding on (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both+wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 12,190 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both+wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 11,989 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 23 Jul 2019 11,918 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 11,861 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 14 Jun 2017 11,788 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 28 Apr 2016 11,764 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 11,710 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 11,691 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 11,651 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 11,633 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 11,591 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 11,532 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 23 Apr 2009 11,507 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 11,443 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 11,170 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 10,876 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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N202 GMA is a 1996 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 N202 GMA, 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 N202 GMA?

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What year was N202 GMA registered?

N202 GMA is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 27 March 1996.

Is N202 GMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N202 GMA shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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