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WUF 788K

2001 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

54,590 mi
Last recorded54,590 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWUF 788K
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2026 54,590 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2025 54,551 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 54,492 miles

both front brake discs pitted

Fail 3 Sep 2024 54,491 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

both front brake discs pitted

Pass 25 Sep 2023 54,430 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 54,347 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 54,247 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 54,136 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 53,903 miles

front brake discs have corroded inner surfaces

Pass 17 Sep 2018 53,704 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 53,481 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

front brake discs BOTH have corroded inner surfaces

Pass 9 Sep 2016 53,137 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 52,408 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 51,864 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

windscreen wipers not in best condition but clearing screen

Pass 27 Sep 2013 51,017 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 50,043 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 47,999 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 46,939 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 45,940 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 45,003 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 41,575 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 38,674 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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WUF 788K is a 2001 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2001 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 52,155 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 WUF 788K, 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 25 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 WUF 788K?

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What year was WUF 788K registered?

WUF 788K is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 28 March 2001.

Is WUF 788K safe to buy?

The MOT history for WUF 788K shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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