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P81 RWT

1996 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,943 mi
Last recorded57,943 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP81 RWT
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2026 57,943 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 57,736 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 57,477 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 57,311 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 57,153 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 56,799 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 56,725 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 56,565 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 56,099 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 55,425 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 54,483 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 53,614 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 52,963 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 52,105 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 51,333 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 50,333 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 49,478 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 47,823 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 46,637 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 45,490 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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P81 RWT is a 1996 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P81 RWT, 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 P81 RWT?

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What year was P81 RWT registered?

P81 RWT is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 10 August 1996.

Is P81 RWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P81 RWT shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P81 RWT have outstanding finance?

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