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W517 UHJ

2000 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

44,261 mi
Last recorded44,261 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW517 UHJ
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 44,261 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

parking brake brake only just met requirements

Pass 30 Apr 2024 44,242 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil filter housing area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 44,062 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides, beam pattern requirements just met (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 23 Jan 2023 44,062 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides, beam pattern requirements just met (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 43,883 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output requirements just met for both lamps (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play very minor (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2022 43,883 miles

Offside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output requirements just met for both lamps (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play very minor (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 43,378 miles

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

both headlamps have just met requirements

Pass 7 Jan 2020 42,282 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 6 Jan 2020 42,282 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine oil pressure switch area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 40,392 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2018 39,618 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

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

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

Fail 9 Jan 2018 39,618 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2016 37,992 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 36,702 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine covers fitted

Fail 9 Oct 2015 36,702 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

engine covers fitted

Pass 19 Nov 2014 34,971 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 34,971 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 33,225 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 11 Oct 2013 33,224 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Coolant leak

Pass 11 Oct 2012 31,723 miles

front brake pads getting low

Pass 17 Mar 2011 30,051 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 28,792 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 26,179 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 23,317 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 20,371 miles

Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 18,981 miles

Front Fluid suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

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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W517 UHJ is a 2000 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 W517 UHJ, 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 W517 UHJ registered?

W517 UHJ is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 18 March 2000.

Is W517 UHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for W517 UHJ shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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