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P430 FNE

1996 MG Mgf

Purple Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

66,502 mi
Last recorded66,502 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2013
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP430 FNE
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2013 66,502 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

full exhaust corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2011 65,763 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

SRS light on dash

Fail 13 Aug 2011 65,763 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

SRS light on dash

Pass 29 Apr 2010 59,106 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2009 56,001 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 50,306 miles

rear brake pipe slightly corroded

suspenion requires inflating

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 9 May 2008 50,306 miles

rear brake pipe slightly corroded

suspenion requires inflating

Fail 20 Feb 2007 49,043 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

suspension low

Pass 20 Feb 2007 49,043 miles

suspension low

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2006 42,135 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2006 42,050 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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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P430 FNE is a 1996 MG Mgf in Purple with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 P430 FNE, 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 P430 FNE registered?

P430 FNE is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P430 FNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P430 FNE shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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