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X298 GKE

2000 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

83,587 mi
Last recorded83,587 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2015
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX298 GKE
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2015 83,587 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 80,802 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 79,274 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 76,780 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 76,780 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 73,337 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 70,789 miles

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

Fail 24 Sep 2010 70,785 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 69,709 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2008 67,272 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 58,855 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2007 58,855 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2006 53,357 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 53,357 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front 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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X298 GKE is a 2000 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 X298 GKE, 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 X298 GKE registered?

X298 GKE is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 27 September 2000.

Is X298 GKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for X298 GKE shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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