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MX03 SWJ

2003 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1589cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,403 mi
Last recorded52,403 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2011
Typical for 2003 MG Mgf42,129 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX03 SWJ
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,589cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2011 52,403 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 52,401 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front brake discs corroded and worn inner faces

Pass 8 Feb 2010 47,944 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 47,943 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 40,185 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 35,833 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Mar 2008 35,833 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 29,122 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 25,124 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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MX03 SWJ is a 2003 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,589cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MX03 SWJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MX03 SWJ registered?

MX03 SWJ is a 2003 MG Mgf, first registered on 7 April 2003.

Is MX03 SWJ safe to buy?

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