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N865 NGF

1996 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

43,402 mi
Last recorded43,402 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN865 NGF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 43,402 miles

front brake imbalance at 25% max 30%

Fail 28 Mar 2026 43,402 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle off side front brake low effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 38,169 miles

off side front steering track rod end has slight wear

Fail 5 Mar 2025 38,169 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

off side front steering track rod end has slight wear

Pass 19 Jan 2024 36,930 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underside corroded

Pass 12 Jan 2023 36,269 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective beam pattern slightly dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jan 2023 36,265 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective beam pattern slightly dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 35,466 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 34,453 miles

coolant pipes corroded

Fail 24 Feb 2021 34,453 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

coolant pipes corroded

Pass 14 Feb 2020 33,360 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 33,315 miles

Front Outer both front headlamp lenses starting to fade

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2017 33,178 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 33,132 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 32,808 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 30,991 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2014 30,991 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 28,091 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2011 27,596 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 27,596 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 26,561 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 25,874 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 24,567 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 23,700 miles

Nail in front tyre

Pass 30 Sep 2006 22,982 miles

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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N865 NGF is a 1996 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 N865 NGF, 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 N865 NGF registered?

N865 NGF is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 24 June 1996.

Is N865 NGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N865 NGF shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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