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N21 KFC

1996 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

42,366 mi
Last recorded42,366 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN21 KFC
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 42,366 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 42,132 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 41,799 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 41,373 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 41,252 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 40,527 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 40,195 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 39,498 miles
Fail 8 May 2019 39,498 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2018 38,735 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 37,544 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 37,111 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 May 2015 35,823 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 34,628 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 34,613 miles

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Pass 13 May 2013 33,537 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 32,292 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 31,593 miles

o/s/f tyre perished

Pass 7 Apr 2010 30,498 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 29,151 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 27,307 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 25,263 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 23,287 miles

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

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)

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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N21 KFC is a 1996 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 N21 KFC, 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 N21 KFC?

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What year was N21 KFC registered?

N21 KFC is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 20 January 1996.

Is N21 KFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N21 KFC shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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