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N252 PHM

1996 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

29,993 mi
Last recorded29,993 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2024
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN252 PHM
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2024 29,993 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 18 Sep 2024 29,989 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 29,865 miles

n/s/r radius arm slight bend

Pass 21 Jan 2014 29,827 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2013 29,816 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2012 29,805 miles

STORED CAR

Pass 2 Feb 2011 29,794 miles

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

STORED CAR.

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

Fail 28 Jan 2010 29,780 miles

10amp FUSE FITTED.

NEARSIDE SILL DAMAGED.

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

STORED CAR.

Pass 28 Jan 2010 29,780 miles

10amp FUSE FITTED.

NEARSIDE SILL DAMAGED.

STORED CAR.

Pass 8 Dec 2008 29,769 miles

STORED CAR

Pass 19 Dec 2007 29,758 miles

stored car

Fail 18 Dec 2006 29,696 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

clutch worn. centre under metal cooling pipe leaking.

Pass 18 Dec 2006 29,696 miles

clutch worn. centre under metal cooling pipe leaking.

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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N252 PHM is a 1996 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 N252 PHM, 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 N252 PHM registered?

N252 PHM is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 28 March 1996.

Is N252 PHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N252 PHM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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