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P384 GPE

1996 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,267 mi
Last recorded44,267 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP384 GPE
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 44,267 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 41,678 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 39,161 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 36,851 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 34,375 miles

Underside of vehicle has been undersealed

Pass 22 Jul 2021 34,362 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 34,307 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 34,124 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 34,129 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2014 33,940 miles

suspension sat low

Pass 23 May 2011 33,896 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 33,437 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 33,324 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 32,736 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 31,948 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 31,918 miles

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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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P384 GPE is a 1996 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P384 GPE, 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 P384 GPE?

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What year was P384 GPE registered?

P384 GPE is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P384 GPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P384 GPE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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