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X89 DBG

2000 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,949 mi
Last recorded54,949 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX89 DBG
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 54,949 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2026 54,949 miles

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded subframe (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 54,526 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 54,461 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 53,799 miles

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

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

Fail 15 May 2023 53,799 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 16 May 2022 53,413 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 53,264 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 52,981 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 52,453 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 52,453 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 25 May 2018 51,690 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 50,675 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 49,180 miles

heavy amount of underseal applyed

Pass 5 Jun 2015 47,591 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 47,591 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 44,889 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 43,180 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 41,377 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 41,097 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside and offside front brake discs corroried on inside face

Pass 18 Jan 2010 39,067 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 39,061 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 34,713 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 31,997 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 27,770 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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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X89 DBG 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 X89 DBG, 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 X89 DBG registered?

X89 DBG is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 26 September 2000.

Is X89 DBG safe to buy?

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