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N850 GLO

1996 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

93,981 mi
Last recorded93,981 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2011
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN850 GLO
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2011 93,981 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 90,797 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 87,057 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 78,458 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 71,169 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 63,680 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 8 Aug 2006 63,677 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not in a clean condition affecting light output (1.2.4a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

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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N850 GLO is a 1996 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 N850 GLO, 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 N850 GLO registered?

N850 GLO is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 9 January 1996.

Is N850 GLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N850 GLO shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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