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X475 UPD

2000 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,983 mi
Last recorded52,983 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX475 UPD
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 52,983 miles
Fail 11 May 2026 52,983 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 May 2025 49,811 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 48,146 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit inside (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 44,694 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 41,910 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Feb 2022 41,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2021 41,141 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 41,141 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 41,140 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 41,124 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 41,004 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 40,732 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 40,732 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2016 40,295 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2016 40,295 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill/closing sill area (2.4.A.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Suspension is low - advise adjustment

Pass 6 Nov 2013 39,458 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 37,839 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 36,242 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 34,876 miles

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

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

Slight coolant leak from rear

Pass 18 Nov 2009 33,791 miles

centre stop light not working - but not connected

Pass 28 Oct 2008 31,743 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 29,774 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 27,716 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2006 27,716 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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X475 UPD 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 80%.

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 X475 UPD, 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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What year was X475 UPD registered?

X475 UPD is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 24 November 2000.

Is X475 UPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X475 UPD shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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