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P194 LLW

1996 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

27,859 mi
Last recorded27,859 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP194 LLW
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 27,859 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 27,739 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 27,713 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 27,670 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 27,653 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out of shape inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Apr 2022 27,653 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out of shape inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 27,801 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 27,449 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 25,867 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 25,834 miles

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort both sides (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 25,458 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 24,668 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 24,454 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 24,021 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 23,281 miles

Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 22,973 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 22,705 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 22,251 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 21,704 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 21,185 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 20,562 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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P194 LLW is a 1996 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 P194 LLW, 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

How do I check the history of P194 LLW?

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What year was P194 LLW registered?

P194 LLW is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P194 LLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P194 LLW shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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