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W532 RFM

2000 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,858 mi
Last recorded118,858 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW532 RFM
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 118,858 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2019 118,856 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 118,714 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 118,471 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 118,469 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded on floor area (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded on floor area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front abs wire is insecure

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill section (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 118,228 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 118,228 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded engine mounting chassis section (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 117,693 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

corrosion to offside rear support bar outside of prescribed areas

Pass 13 Aug 2014 116,400 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 12 Aug 2014 116,400 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 113,295 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

play at rear nearside hub

Pass 16 Aug 2012 106,242 miles

offside rear brake pipe has been cleaned and greased

Fail 13 Aug 2012 106,198 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 96,371 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 88,936 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 80,381 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 72,498 miles

Both Side Repeaters (None Original Lights Fitted) Light emmitted Slightly impaired

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 11 Aug 2008 72,381 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Both Side Repeaters (None Original Lights Fitted) Light emmitted Slightly impaired

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 64,221 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order but light output not severely reduced (1.2.4b)

Fail 13 Aug 2007 64,221 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp aim headlamp not in good working order but light output not severely reduced (1.2.4b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 55,129 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

POWER STEERING HAS MORE POWER TO LEFT LOCK

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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W532 RFM 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 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W532 RFM, 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 W532 RFM registered?

W532 RFM is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 27 April 2000.

Is W532 RFM safe to buy?

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