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PFO 679

1996 MG Mga

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,379 mi
Last recorded49,379 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
4 checks still locked for this MG
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFO 679
MakeMG
ModelMga
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2026 49,379 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 42,021 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 40,032 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2010 43,633 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 37,841 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 35,577 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 28,501 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 23,657 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mga?

Based on 3,780 MOT tests across 451 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
340
Miles/Year
70
Year Lifespan
451
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 65
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 58
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 46
brake binding 42
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PFO 679 is a 1996 MG Mga in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a MG Mga fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PFO 679, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mga typically stays on UK roads for around 70 years. At 30 years old, this MG Mga is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PFO 679?

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What year was PFO 679 registered?

PFO 679 is a 1996 MG Mga, first registered on 13 May 1996.

Is PFO 679 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFO 679 shows 8 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 PFO 679 have outstanding finance?

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