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P336 RBA

1996 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

40,882 mi
Last recorded40,882 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2014
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP336 RBA
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2014 40,882 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 40,881 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/side rear tyre has aged cracks

o/side outer sill panel corroded

Pass 5 Aug 2013 40,697 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 40,476 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 40,158 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 39,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jul 2010 39,871 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 39,556 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 31 Jul 2009 39,556 miles

Front Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 39,293 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 39,293 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 38,456 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Jul 2006 38,050 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

n/s front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 18 Jul 2006 38,050 miles

n/s front tyre worn on inside edge

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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P336 RBA is a 1996 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 P336 RBA, 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 P336 RBA registered?

P336 RBA is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P336 RBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P336 RBA shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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