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B8 VMG

2001 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

46,562 mi
Last recorded46,562 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 VMG
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 46,562 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

handbrake has only just met requirement some repair may be required

Pass 7 Oct 2019 46,028 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Oct 2019 46,028 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 45,698 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 45,075 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 45,075 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 44,238 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 43,777 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 42,907 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 41,941 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 41,940 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 41,447 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 41,447 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 40,807 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 35,935 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 25,009 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 May 2009 25,009 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 21,729 miles

Both rear tailpipes missing from rear silencer

Pass 21 Jul 2007 21,714 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 20,171 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 19,470 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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B8 VMG is a 2001 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 B8 VMG, 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 B8 VMG registered?

B8 VMG is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 13 July 2001.

Is B8 VMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B8 VMG shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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