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P123 PPO

1996 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,466 mi
Last recorded34,466 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP123 PPO
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2024 34,466 miles

Coolant leak Radiator ()

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rust surface under body and suspension

Pass 19 Apr 2023 32,462 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2022 32,198 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2022 32,193 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 31,553 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 30,498 miles

surface rust on suspension component

Pass 26 Jul 2018 30,412 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 30,412 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect spacing between groups of figures. (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect spacing between groups of figures. (0.1 (d))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 29,966 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 29,277 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 29,171 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2015 29,171 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 28,993 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 27,891 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 27,412 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 27,077 miles

Suspension low

Pass 19 Jul 2010 26,455 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 25,911 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 23,595 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 22,307 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 20,746 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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P123 PPO is a 1996 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 P123 PPO, 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.

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What year was P123 PPO registered?

P123 PPO is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P123 PPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P123 PPO shows 21 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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