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P726 PUB

1996 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,081 mi
Last recorded15,081 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP726 PUB
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 15,081 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 14,721 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2024 14,721 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 14,662 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 13,964 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 13,413 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 11,273 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 10,687 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 10,537 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2015 10,318 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 9,835 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 9,679 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 9,673 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 9,424 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 9,424 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2007 9,189 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 8,786 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 8,287 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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P726 PUB is a 1996 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P726 PUB, 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 P726 PUB?

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What year was P726 PUB registered?

P726 PUB is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P726 PUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P726 PUB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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