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GM03 FXV

2003 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

75,073 mi
Last recorded75,073 miles
Recorded on29 May 2024
Typical for 2003 MG Mgf42,129 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM03 FXV
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2024 75,073 miles

Clutch pipe securing clip broken

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Light binding at o/s front wheel when rotated by hand

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 May 2024 74,999 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Clutch pipe securing clip broken

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Light binding at o/s front wheel when rotated by hand

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2023 72,273 miles

Noisy fan belt / wiper Motor noisy and slow /under body rust

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2022 69,183 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under body rusty

Pass 30 Apr 2021 67,286 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both sides (4.2.3 (c))

Fail 21 Apr 2021 67,284 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both sides (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 66,065 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 66,056 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2013 58,569 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 55,426 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 55,040 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 53,671 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Apr 2010 53,671 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 43,440 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 43,440 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 29,285 miles

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

rattle in exhaust

Pass 4 Jan 2008 28,621 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 22,253 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2007 22,153 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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GM03 FXV is a 2003 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2003 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 42,129 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GM03 FXV, 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 23 years old, this MG Mgf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GM03 FXV registered?

GM03 FXV is a 2003 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is GM03 FXV safe to buy?

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