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W17 MGF

2000 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,895 mi
Last recorded63,895 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW17 MGF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 63,895 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Aug 2024 63,247 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 63,190 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 62,845 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 62,275 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 61,306 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 60,494 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2019 60,439 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2018 58,837 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 56,960 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 56,960 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 55,704 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 54,506 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 53,398 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 50,403 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 49,228 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 48,600 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 46,567 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 44,848 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 44,822 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 40,599 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 38,810 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 35,828 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 30,267 miles

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

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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W17 MGF is a 2000 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W17 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 26 years old, this MG Mgf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W17 MGF?

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What year was W17 MGF registered?

W17 MGF is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 24 July 2000.

Is W17 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W17 MGF shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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