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V300 MGF

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

25,468 mi
Last recorded25,468 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV300 MGF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 25,468 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 23,007 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 22,908 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 22,795 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 22,558 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 22,238 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 22,043 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 21,590 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 12 Sep 2018 21,588 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 21,478 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 20,334 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inside edge

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 30 Sep 2016 20,333 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Both front tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 10 Jul 2015 19,713 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 18,856 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 18,819 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 17,999 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 17,993 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Mar 2011 15,873 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 15,186 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 15,154 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 14,861 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 13,203 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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V300 MGF is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 V300 MGF, 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 V300 MGF registered?

V300 MGF is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is V300 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V300 MGF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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