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P296 STW

1996 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

29,699 mi
Last recorded29,699 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP296 STW
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 29,699 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 29,688 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 29,610 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 29,595 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 29,595 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working High level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 29,584 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 29,572 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 29,548 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 29,480 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 29,474 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 29,331 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 29,184 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 29,033 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 28,899 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 28,687 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 28,477 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 28,206 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 27,955 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 May 2006 27,798 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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P296 STW is a 1996 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 P296 STW, 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 P296 STW?

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What year was P296 STW registered?

P296 STW is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 14 October 1996.

Is P296 STW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P296 STW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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