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W916 JKU

2000 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

78,016 mi
Last recorded78,016 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2021
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW916 JKU
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2021 78,016 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 75,995 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 75,246 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 73,052 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2018 73,050 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Aug 2017 70,984 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 69,349 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both rear and n/s/f (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 66,837 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 64,910 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 64,897 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 62,440 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 60,584 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 57,430 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 55,568 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 55,525 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Coolant leak

Pass 28 Jul 2009 52,827 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 52,827 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2008 49,718 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 46,770 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 46,037 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 45,922 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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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W916 JKU is a 2000 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 W916 JKU, 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 W916 JKU registered?

W916 JKU is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 21 July 2000.

Is W916 JKU safe to buy?

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