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X278 UPA

2000 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,632 mi
Last recorded36,632 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2011
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX278 UPA
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2011 36,632 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 31,212 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 5 May 2010 30,394 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 30,472 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 24,165 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 UPA is a 2000 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UPA, 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 X278 UPA?

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What year was X278 UPA registered?

X278 UPA is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 20 September 2000.

Is X278 UPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X278 UPA shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X278 UPA have outstanding finance?

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