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W428 VJX

2000 MG Mgf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

32,390 mi
Last recorded32,390 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW428 VJX
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 32,390 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2025 31,596 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 31,553 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2023 31,543 miles

Nearside Front Outer washer missaligned

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

light surface rust on rear chassis legs

Pass 6 Jul 2022 31,423 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2021 31,379 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 31,359 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 31,311 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 31,137 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 30,941 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 30,830 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 30,815 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 30,579 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 30,679 miles

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jul 2012 30,546 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 30,013 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 29,658 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 28,423 miles

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

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

front number plate cracked

smell of petrol but no visable leak

Fail 15 Jun 2009 28,422 miles

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

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

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

front number plate cracked

smell of petrol but no visable leak

Pass 8 Jul 2008 27,260 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 25,141 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 23,520 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front number plate cracked

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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W428 VJX is a 2000 MG Mgf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 W428 VJX, 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 W428 VJX?

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What year was W428 VJX registered?

W428 VJX is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 July 2000.

Is W428 VJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W428 VJX shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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