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N511 GNK

1996 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

58,977 mi
Last recorded58,977 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN511 GNK
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 58,977 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both on limit (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

all brake discs slightly deteriorated/pitted

front+rear subframes showing corrosion/corroded,slight corrosion showing in places

handbrake poor

sun visors missing

suspension ride very hard/poor

Fail 20 May 2019 58,977 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Sound deadening material insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both on limit (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

all brake discs slightly deteriorated/pitted

front+rear subframes showing corrosion/corroded,slight corrosion showing in places

handbrake poor

sun visors missing

suspension ride very hard/poor

Pass 23 Mar 2016 58,960 miles

Front subframe surface corrosion

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear inner arch liner detached

Rear subframe surface corrosion

Rear view mirror glass chipped

Slight blow on rear exhaust

Pass 20 Feb 2015 58,947 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 58,938 miles

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 58,403 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 58,403 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 57,999 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 57,973 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 57,140 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 56,563 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 48,006 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

off side rear lens dirty but lights ok

Pass 7 Sep 2007 40,850 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 40,850 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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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N511 GNK is a 1996 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 N511 GNK, 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 N511 GNK registered?

N511 GNK is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 23 January 1996.

Is N511 GNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N511 GNK shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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