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SFO 947

1996 MG Mga

White Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

6,577 mi
Last recorded6,577 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFO 947
MakeMG
ModelMga
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 6,577 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 6,555 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 6,530 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 6,410 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 6,406 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 6,269 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 5,985 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 5,985 miles

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire leak from carburettor (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 5,750 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 5,691 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 5,669 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 5,398 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2014 5,598 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

oil leak- rear diff

Pass 2 Nov 2013 5,566 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 5,338 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 5,206 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 5,016 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 4,852 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 4,606 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 4,394 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 4,118 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 3,879 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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SFO 947 is a 1996 MG Mga in White with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SFO 947, 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 SFO 947?

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What year was SFO 947 registered?

SFO 947 is a 1996 MG Mga, first registered on 5 November 1996.

Is SFO 947 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFO 947 shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SFO 947 have outstanding finance?

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