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Y158 JMJ

2000 MG Mgf

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

62,161 mi
Last recorded62,161 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2024
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY158 JMJ
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2024 62,161 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 59,469 miles

EXHAUST SYSTER CORRODED

Front BUMPER DAMAGED

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT SUB FRAME & COMPONENTS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened SUBFRAME & COMPONENTS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front OUTER SILL CORRODED

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 58,435 miles

Front BUMPER DAMAGED

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUTER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil BOTH (5.3.2 (b))

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

SILENCER CORRODED

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRONT & REAR SUB FRAMES (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 56,566 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 55,006 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 53,194 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 53,194 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Mar 2018 52,572 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2017 51,222 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 23 Feb 2017 51,222 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 49,559 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 48,793 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 27 Feb 2014 48,020 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 48,014 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 46,192 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 43,279 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 38,911 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 35,107 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 30,730 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2008 27,910 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 26,995 miles

Slight fluctuating both front brakes

Pass 21 Feb 2006 26,121 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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Y158 JMJ is a 2000 MG Mgf in White 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 Y158 JMJ, 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 Y158 JMJ registered?

Y158 JMJ is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is Y158 JMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y158 JMJ 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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