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N283 JEX

1996 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

21,896 mi
Last recorded21,896 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN283 JEX
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 21,896 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 21,359 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 20,900 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 20,375 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 19,212 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 18,039 miles

Offside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 16,794 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 16,756 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2018 16,756 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 16,524 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 15,864 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 15,447 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 14,809 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 14,809 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2013 14,074 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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)

Pass 20 May 2013 14,074 miles

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)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 13,751 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 13,307 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 12,861 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 12,518 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 12,024 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 10,901 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Mar 2006 9,735 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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N283 JEX is a 1996 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 N283 JEX, 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 N283 JEX registered?

N283 JEX is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 23 March 1996.

Is N283 JEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N283 JEX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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