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N255 CMC

1996 MG Mgf

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

70,667 mi
Last recorded70,667 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN255 CMC
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 70,667 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2017 70,667 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 14 Aug 2017 70,539 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Covers and undertrays

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very strong advise (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Aug 2016 64,783 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 59,819 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 54,194 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 53,707 miles

suspension components corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

rear view mirror missing

Fail 4 May 2010 53,707 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

rear view mirror missing

suspension components corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2007 52,403 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 52,403 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 51,166 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2006 51,166 miles

Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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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N255 CMC is a 1996 MG Mgf in Orange with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N255 CMC, 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 N255 CMC?

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What year was N255 CMC registered?

N255 CMC is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 2 February 1996.

Is N255 CMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N255 CMC shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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