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X789 JLU

2000 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

40,119 mi
Last recorded40,119 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2010
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX789 JLU
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2010 40,119 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

front tyre,s wearing on inside

Fail 29 Sep 2010 40,119 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

front tyre,s wearing on inside

Pass 24 Sep 2009 34,597 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 22 Sep 2009 34,573 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 28,234 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

o/s rear tyre bald on inside edge will soon require replacing

Pass 26 Jul 2007 23,099 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 19,473 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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X789 JLU is a 2000 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 X789 JLU, 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 X789 JLU registered?

X789 JLU is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 December 2000.

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