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VU03 UNM

2003 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

45,079 mi
Last recorded45,079 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 MG Mgf42,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 UNM
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 45,079 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 43,794 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 43,794 miles

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

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

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

Nearside Front Gas suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Gas suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 43,221 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 43,221 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 43,029 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 41,779 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 40,214 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 40,214 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 May 2012 38,826 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 38,813 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 38,076 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

both front brake disc's corroded

Pass 22 Apr 2010 38,463 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 37,597 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 37,577 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 36,361 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 26,768 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 26,768 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 21,112 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 21,112 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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VU03 UNM is a 2003 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 VU03 UNM, 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 VU03 UNM registered?

VU03 UNM is a 2003 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is VU03 UNM safe to buy?

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