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A8 OWM

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,299 mi
Last recorded30,299 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 OWM
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 30,299 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 29,930 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 29,717 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 29,372 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 29,043 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 28,790 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 28,459 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 28,260 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 27,219 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 26,926 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 26,631 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 26,074 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 25,757 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 25,367 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 25,211 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 24,636 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 24,636 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2010 24,426 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 23,922 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 23,922 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Dec 2007 20,692 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 19,074 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 19,074 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jan 2006 17,801 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgf?

Based on 546,238 MOT tests across 40,565 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
2,116
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
40,565
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37,610
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 32,964
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 24,147
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 23,285
Brake pipe excessively corroded 21,602
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A8 OWM is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 52,155 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 37,610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 OWM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgf typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this MG Mgf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 OWM registered?

A8 OWM is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is A8 OWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 OWM shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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