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W187 VEL

2000 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

44,972 mi
Last recorded44,972 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

RegistrationW187 VEL
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 44,972 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2026 44,929 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer weak

Pass 3 May 2024 44,886 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2024 44,886 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 44,876 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 44,853 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 44,799 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 44,591 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 44,227 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 43,766 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 42,206 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 42,027 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 41,602 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 39,838 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 30,738 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 25,096 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 21,334 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 19,002 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 17,577 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 16,892 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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W187 VEL is a 2000 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 W187 VEL, 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 W187 VEL registered?

W187 VEL is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 23 June 2000.

Is W187 VEL safe to buy?

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