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P3 GHR

1996 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,966 mi
Last recorded75,966 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP3 GHR
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 75,966 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 26 Jun 2018 75,964 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2017 75,555 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 75,555 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working faulty switch (1.2.1b)

Fail 5 May 2017 75,544 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working all (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 74,754 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 73,773 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 72,648 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 72,531 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 68,083 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Mar 2011 68,083 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 65,593 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Feb 2009 64,417 miles

parking brake becoming lazy.

Pass 11 Feb 2008 63,238 miles

nearside rear lower hub bush starting to perish.

offside rear tyre getting close to wear limit.

Pass 14 Feb 2007 61,652 miles

"cat" heat shield loose

radiator in poor condition

Pass 6 Feb 2006 60,237 miles

radiator in very poor condition

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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P3 GHR is a 1996 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P3 GHR, 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 P3 GHR?

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What year was P3 GHR registered?

P3 GHR is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P3 GHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P3 GHR shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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