MG MGF1996 · 1.8L PETROL
Vehicle Insight Summary
MG MGF (1996, PETROL, 1796cc) — mileage recorded at 164,827. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.
- Fuel
- PETROL
- Year
- 1996
- Engine
- 1796cc
This vehicle has not had an MOT in the past 5 years and may no longer be on the road. Automatic AI analysis has been skipped.
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Full MOT History
MOT data last updated: 7/20/2026, 9:02:36 AM
Registered in 1996, this Mg Mgf with plate P6 VVC has undergone 5 MOT inspections since July 2012.
Across its entire MOT history, this Mg has a 60% success rate (3 passes and 2 fails). This is an average MOT record. Some attention to recurring issues may be beneficial.
The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.
There are 4 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.
A total of 13 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)”; “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”; “Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)”.
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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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