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W961 SGC

2000 MG Mgf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

49,995 mi
Last recorded49,995 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW961 SGC
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2026 49,995 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2025 49,945 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 49,727 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 49,428 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 48,509 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 47,819 miles
Fail 13 May 2021 47,793 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 46,772 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 45,774 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 43,885 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 34,711 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 34,126 miles

rear no plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 7 Sep 2009 33,570 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 29,985 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 27,557 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 21,966 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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W961 SGC is a 2000 MG Mgf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 W961 SGC, 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 W961 SGC?

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What year was W961 SGC registered?

W961 SGC is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W961 SGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W961 SGC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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