1996 MG MGF 1.8L Petrol · P658 DAU
1996 MG MGF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 27/09/1996. Recorded mileage 85,282 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG MGF
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21/12/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,282 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
P658 DAU Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/12/2022
- 85,282 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: Average
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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.
P658 DAU Mileage History
- 13/12/202182,379 mi
- 01/12/202285,282 mi+2,903 mi
Average of roughly 3,004 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
P658 DAU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Mg Mgf (P658 DAU) between December 2021 and December 2022.
The record contains 2 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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