MG MGF1996 · 1.8L PETROL
Vehicle Insight Summary
MG MGF (1996, PETROL, 1796cc) — mileage recorded at 69,492. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.
- Fuel
- PETROL
- Year
- 1996
- Engine
- 1796cc
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Public record health check: Average.
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Technical Specifications
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Full MOT History
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Checking the history for this 1996 Mg Mgf (P317 FND), we found 5 MOT results in the period of May 2012 to May 2015.
Historically, this vehicle has passed 80% of its MOT tests, totaling 4 passes against 1 fails. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.
The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.
There are 9 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.
A total of 1 failure item has been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)”.
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Common Problems: MG MGF
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Hydragas Suspension Leaks/Depressurisation(Moderate)
The unique interconnected fluid/gas suspension system can leak or lose pressure over time, leading to a harsh ride and low ground clearance.
- Head Gasket Failure(Serious)
Standard K-Series issue, exacerbated by the mid-engine layout and long coolant pipes to the front radiator.
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