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X557 RJW

2000 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

49,656 mi
Last recorded49,656 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX557 RJW
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 49,656 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 48,703 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 46,862 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 45,905 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 44,943 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 44,368 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2019 43,172 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 40,024 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 37,702 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 36,242 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 11 Jul 2015 34,023 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 32,424 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 32,424 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 31,060 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

wiper blades starting to smear screen

Fail 26 Jul 2013 31,060 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

wiper blades starting to smear screen

Pass 7 Aug 2012 29,525 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 29,006 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 29,006 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 26,337 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 24,079 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 22,722 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 19 Oct 2005 21,433 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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X557 RJW is a 2000 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 X557 RJW, 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 X557 RJW?

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What year was X557 RJW registered?

X557 RJW is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 9 October 2000.

Is X557 RJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for X557 RJW shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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