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M8 RWK

2001 MG Mgf

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

23,506 mi
Last recorded23,506 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM8 RWK
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 23,506 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 27,473 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 23,454 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 23,444 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 23,417 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 23,417 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

os ns front tyres over 10 years old

Pass 25 Aug 2020 23,306 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 22,937 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 21,916 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 21,916 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2017 21,454 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 20,961 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 20,786 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 20,009 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 19,518 miles

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

offside windscreen wiper blade split

Pass 4 Jul 2012 18,935 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 18,518 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 17,705 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 17,705 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 16,337 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 15,580 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 14,958 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 14,325 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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M8 RWK is a 2001 MG Mgf in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 M8 RWK, 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 M8 RWK registered?

M8 RWK is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 15 May 2001.

Is M8 RWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M8 RWK shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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