1996 MG MGF 1.8L Petrol · P393 FVV
1996 MG MGF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 31/08/1996. Recorded mileage 154,530 miles. MOT valid until 30/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- MG MGF
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 154,530 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1996
- Engine
- 1796cc
P393 FVV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/03/2026
- 154,530 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Known faults for MG MGF
Our database tracks 2 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
P393 FVV Mileage History
- 09/03/2022151,208 mi
- 10/03/2023152,461 mi+1,253 mi
- 13/03/2024152,881 mi+420 mi
- 28/03/2025153,536 mi+655 mi
- 17/03/2026154,530 mi+994 mi
Average of roughly 826 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
P393 FVV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Mg Mgf (P393 FVV) between March 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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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