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Y418 JMJ

2000 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

74,680 mi
Last recorded74,680 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2023
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY418 JMJ
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2023 74,680 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 71,815 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

all brake discs starting to pit

all steel brake pipes starting to corrode

suspension ball joints corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2021 69,191 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2021 69,191 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 64,910 miles

Peripheral rust bands inner brake discs

Some components obscured by plastic under body cover panels

Pass 24 Jun 2019 62,782 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 61,586 miles

Front tyres approaching tread limits 2mm remaining ADVISE replacement

Pass 13 Jun 2017 59,245 miles

front tyres approaching tread limits 2mm remaining ADVISE replacement

front tyres approaching tread limits 2mm remaining ADVISE replacement

Fail 13 Jun 2017 59,245 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front tyres approaching tread limits 2mm remaining ADVISE replacement

front tyres approaching tread limits 2mm remaining ADVISE replacement

Pass 9 Jun 2016 57,123 miles

rear tyres approaching tread limit 2mm remaining ADVISE replacement

Pass 20 May 2015 54,809 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 54,501 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 54,496 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 53,533 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 53,077 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 51,722 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 49,986 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 48,185 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 46,456 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2007 44,424 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 44,424 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 41,734 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 41,734 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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Y418 JMJ is a 2000 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 Y418 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 Y418 JMJ registered?

Y418 JMJ is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is Y418 JMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y418 JMJ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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