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X278 JJH

2000 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

71,798 mi
Last recorded71,798 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX278 JJH
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 71,798 miles

starting to rust on edges of sills by rear jacking points

Pass 5 Mar 2025 71,021 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 24 Feb 2025 71,006 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 70,446 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2023 69,444 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2023 69,444 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 68,115 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2021 66,719 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 65,041 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 63,978 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 63,176 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 8 Mar 2017 61,905 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 57,402 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 53,504 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 53,342 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 52,951 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 52,573 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)

The power steering has VERY little resistance on left hand locks.Advise early.investigation into problem.

The vehicle is fitted with show style registration plates.

Fail 21 Nov 2011 52,573 miles

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

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)

The vehicle is fitted with show style registration plates.

Pass 17 Nov 2010 52,016 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front 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 17 Nov 2009 51,270 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 51,270 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 51,006 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 50,304 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 49,095 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 46,329 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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X278 JJH is a 2000 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 X278 JJH, 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.

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X278 JJH is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 12 October 2000.

Is X278 JJH safe to buy?

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