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P878 RGP

1996 MG Mgf

Grey Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

928,168 mi
Last recorded928,168 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2012
Typical for 1996 MG Mgf73,863 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP878 RGP
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2012 928,168 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 928,168 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 91,472 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 91,469 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

airbag light on

Pass 27 Jul 2010 86,444 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 82,162 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 79,397 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 79,334 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Sep 2006 76,454 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 72,286 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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P878 RGP is a 1996 MG Mgf in Grey with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P878 RGP, 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 P878 RGP registered?

P878 RGP is a 1996 MG Mgf, first registered on 10 September 1996.

Is P878 RGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P878 RGP shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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