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P551 TBV

1996 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

8,492 mi
Last recorded8,492 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP551 TBV
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 8,492 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2025 8,485 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2025 8,481 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 8,476 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 8,476 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 8,468 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 8,401 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 8,370 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 8,370 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 8,318 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 8,264 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 8,247 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 8,247 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 8,246 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 8,239 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 8,207 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 8,101 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 8,101 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 8,100 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 8,096 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 8,067 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 7,970 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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P551 TBV is a 1996 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 P551 TBV, 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 P551 TBV registered?

P551 TBV is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P551 TBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P551 TBV shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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