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P1 KNB

1996 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,194 mi
Last recorded50,194 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2014
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP1 KNB
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2014 50,194 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 50,169 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2013 50,169 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 49,786 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2011 49,786 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 49,208 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 49,208 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 46,534 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 44,477 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 44,477 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 42,255 miles

both front brake disc's worn

both rear tyres 2mm in places

exhaust system corroded

oil leak engine area

rattle from exhaust silencer area

suspension corroded in places

Pass 27 Jul 2006 38,195 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

exhaust system corroded in places and flex joint worn

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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P1 KNB is a 1996 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P1 KNB, 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 P1 KNB registered?

P1 KNB is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 13 August 1996.

Is P1 KNB safe to buy?

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