1996 MG MGF 1.8L Petrol · P770 BOD
1996 MG MGF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 29/11/1996. Recorded mileage 74,638 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG MGF
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,638 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
P770 BOD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/07/2025
- 74,638 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.
P770 BOD Mileage History
- 25/08/202173,022 mi
- 19/08/202273,574 mi+552 mi
- 02/08/202374,167 mi+593 mi
- 12/08/202474,298 mi+131 mi
- 30/07/202574,638 mi+340 mi
Average of roughly 411 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
P770 BOD 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 (P770 BOD) between August 2021 and July 2025.
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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