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V389 SEV

2000 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

16,023 mi
Last recorded16,023 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV389 SEV
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 16,023 miles

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

Offside Rear inner sill has been welded and covered with under seal

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

Pass 21 May 2024 15,436 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 15,424 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2023 15,414 miles

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 15,027 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security innere sill under car at rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 14,938 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all brake discs slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

surface corrosion on front and rear subframes

surface corrosion on front and rear suspension components

Fail 7 Jan 2020 14,936 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole in outer sill at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all brake discs slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack in windscreen at offside (3.2 (a) (i))

surface corrosion on front and rear subframes

surface corrosion on front and rear suspension components

Pass 8 Jan 2019 14,751 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2019 14,751 miles

Windscreen washer not working Nearside and Offside (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 14,465 miles

Nearside Front Outer cracks in tyre wall

Offside Front Outer cracks in tyre wall

Pass 8 Dec 2016 13,999 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 13,135 miles

Both outer sills are starting rust

Both sub-frames are starting to rust

Front brake discs are rusty

Rear trailing arm bushes are getting soft

Pass 1 Oct 2014 12,498 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 12,036 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 11,763 miles

Front brake discs are in poor condition

Fail 19 Sep 2012 11,763 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

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

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

All brake pipes need cleaning up!

Front brake discs are in poor condition

Very slight front brake im/balance

osr tyre is poor condition

Pass 3 Oct 2011 11,247 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 11,166 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 10,927 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 10,088 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 8,993 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 8,516 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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V389 SEV is a 2000 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2000 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 56,343 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 V389 SEV, 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 26 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 V389 SEV registered?

V389 SEV is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 January 2000.

Is V389 SEV safe to buy?

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