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X277 GBA

2000 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,455 mi
Last recorded27,455 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX277 GBA
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 27,455 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 27,368 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 27,067 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 26,885 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Offside and Nearside (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and Nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 26,569 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 26,271 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 25,823 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 25,360 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 25,334 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2016 25,333 miles

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 25,218 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 24,816 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight oil leak on engine

Fail 4 Sep 2014 24,816 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight oil leak on engine

Pass 4 Sep 2013 24,141 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 23,773 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 23,282 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 22,126 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 21,247 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

front number plate slight deterioration

Pass 28 Aug 2008 19,741 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 19,471 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 18,923 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 17,626 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005 15,242 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2005 15,223 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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X277 GBA is a 2000 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 X277 GBA, 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 X277 GBA registered?

X277 GBA is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X277 GBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X277 GBA shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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