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W981 PGU

2000 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51,428 mi
Last recorded51,428 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW981 PGU
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 51,428 miles

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Jun 2026 51,428 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 51,390 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 4 Jun 2025 51,390 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2024 51,366 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Jun 2024 51,366 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 51,349 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2023 51,349 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 51,341 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 51,321 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 51,288 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 51,256 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 51,256 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Jul 2018 51,253 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 51,196 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 50,986 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 50,857 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 50,383 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 49,679 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 48,835 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 48,215 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 47,277 miles

damage to windscreen

Pass 5 Jun 2009 46,347 miles

damage to windscreen

Pass 6 Jun 2008 45,759 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 44,798 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 43,453 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2005 41,419 miles

n/s/r ana o/s/r tyres worn unevenly and close to limit

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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W981 PGU is a 2000 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 W981 PGU, 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 W981 PGU registered?

W981 PGU is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 March 2000.

Is W981 PGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W981 PGU shows 27 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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