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W163 OND

2000 MG Mgf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

51,508 mi
Last recorded51,508 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW163 OND
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 51,508 miles
Fail 13 May 2026 51,505 miles

Emissions unable to be completed engine overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested o/s dip beam inoperative (4.1.2 (b))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both outer sills at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2025 50,672 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRAME AND ATTACHED COMPONENTS /SUSPENSION ARMS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 14 May 2025 50,669 miles

Emissions unable to be completed EMISSONS, CARBON MONOXIDE ABOVE READABLE LIMIT TEST ABORTED (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened FRAME AND ATTACHED COMPONENTS /SUSPENSION ARMS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 50,056 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 48,779 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2022 48,779 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 44,726 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 43,662 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 41,308 miles

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 39,381 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 39,375 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 38,034 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 38,030 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 May 2015 35,275 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 35,275 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

n/s/f tyre cut on inner wall not cord

Pass 23 Apr 2014 33,102 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre deteriorating

Pass 23 Apr 2013 31,833 miles

nearside front tyre inner wall splitting

Fail 11 Apr 2013 31,682 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

nearside front tyre inner wall splitting

Pass 9 Mar 2012 29,532 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 28,950 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 28,093 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2010 28,084 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 27,495 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 27,495 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside front lower arm inner rear joint tapping noise

Pass 20 Mar 2008 26,259 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 13 Jan 2007 24,876 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 22,341 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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W163 OND is a 2000 MG Mgf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 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 W163 OND, 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 W163 OND registered?

W163 OND is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 August 2000.

Is W163 OND safe to buy?

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