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X296 XPG

2000 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

26,261 mi
Last recorded26,261 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX296 XPG
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 26,261 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 24,561 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 24,301 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 23,848 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 22,854 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 16,706 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 12,798 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 12,551 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 12,536 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2013 12,510 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 11,873 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 11,873 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 11,868 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 11,791 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 11,537 miles

o/s/f fog lamp not working

Fail 5 Oct 2009 11,530 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/f fog lamp not working

Pass 16 Oct 2008 10,726 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 8,944 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 8,025 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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X296 XPG is a 2000 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 X296 XPG, 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 X296 XPG registered?

X296 XPG is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 24 November 2000.

Is X296 XPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X296 XPG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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