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W243 PCL

2000 MG Mgf

Gold Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

28,703 mi
Last recorded28,703 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW243 PCL
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 28,703 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2025 28,345 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 27,326 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 26,414 miles

sills and covered in under seal

Pass 3 Jun 2021 26,058 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 25,554 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 23,997 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 22,764 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 19,371 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 16,597 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 16,142 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 15,726 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 15,680 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 15,480 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 14,992 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 14,992 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 21 May 2009 14,498 miles

front discs rusting

rear shock bushes wearing

Pass 22 May 2008 13,880 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 13,264 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 11,695 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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W243 PCL is a 2000 MG Mgf in Gold with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 W243 PCL, 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.

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What year was W243 PCL registered?

W243 PCL is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 24 May 2000.

Is W243 PCL safe to buy?

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