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N7 JLJ

1996 MG Mgf

Orange Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,809 mi
Last recorded105,809 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN7 JLJ
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 26 Apr 2018 105,809 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 104,154 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 103,882 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 103,539 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 102,380 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 101,195 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 99,462 miles

both headlamp patterns faded

Pass 23 Jun 2010 98,147 miles

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

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 Jun 2009 96,047 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

headlamp pattern starting to dim both sides

Pass 1 Jul 2008 95,105 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 May 2007 93,009 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 May 2006 91,729 miles

BRAKE PIPES RUSTY. †BRAKE DISCS RUSTY. †EXAUST RUSTY.

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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N7 JLJ 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 100%.

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 N7 JLJ, 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 N7 JLJ registered?

N7 JLJ is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 3 May 1996.

Is N7 JLJ safe to buy?

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