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W342 LYD

2000 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

27,248 mi
Last recorded27,248 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW342 LYD
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 27,248 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2026 27,247 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2025 26,876 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 26,247 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 25,808 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 25,667 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 25,276 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 24,927 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 24,292 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 23,207 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 18,648 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 17,093 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 16,738 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 15,753 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 14,850 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 14,670 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 14,448 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 13,921 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 13,488 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 12,713 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 11,098 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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W342 LYD is a 2000 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 W342 LYD, 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 W342 LYD registered?

W342 LYD is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 9 June 2000.

Is W342 LYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for W342 LYD shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W342 LYD have outstanding finance?

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