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X686 DLF

2000 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

47,001 mi
Last recorded47,001 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2013
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX686 DLF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2013 47,001 miles

both front tyres cracking between tread no cords showing at time of test

Pass 13 Aug 2012 46,356 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 44,454 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 43,358 miles

Rear brake discs rusty

The foglight switch works intermittently. It will turn on if switched repeatedly, and turns off only when ignition turned off.

oil filler tube and dipstick bracket broken

Fail 31 Aug 2010 43,358 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear brake discs rusty

oil filler tube and dipstick bracket broken

Pass 7 Jul 2009 41,987 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 41,987 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 40,229 miles

rear near side tyre on wear bars

Pass 8 Jul 2008 39,821 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 35,168 miles

Nearside rear upper suspension joint worn. †Rear brake pads worn

Pass 24 Oct 2005 26,917 miles

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

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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X686 DLF is a 2000 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 X686 DLF, 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 X686 DLF registered?

X686 DLF is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 9 November 2000.

Is X686 DLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X686 DLF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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