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P555 TRE

1996 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,777 mi
Last recorded41,777 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2011
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP555 TRE
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2011 41,777 miles

Nearside front tyre sidewall slightly cracked

Underside of vehicle starting to show signs of corrosion

Pass 12 Oct 2010 41,331 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 40,860 miles

handbrake just passes

Pass 22 Sep 2008 38,974 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 36,990 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 36,990 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 34,153 miles

Offside rear brake pipe rusty

Rear lower shock absorber bushes worn

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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P555 TRE is a 1996 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P555 TRE, 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 P555 TRE?

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What year was P555 TRE registered?

P555 TRE is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P555 TRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P555 TRE shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P555 TRE have outstanding finance?

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