2000 MG MGF 1.8L Petrol · X481 CDT
2000 MG MGF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 22 Sept 2000. Recorded mileage 89,458 miles. MOT expired on 15 Apr 2025.
- Make & Model
- MG MGF
- Year / Origin
- 2000 · Export Allocation
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Apr 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 89,458 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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X481 CDT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 08/06/2026
- 89,458 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
X481 CDT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Mg Mgf (X481 CDT) between February 2023 and June 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 08 June 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Sub-frame fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Sub-frame fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”.
X481 CDT Mileage History
- 01/02/202385,795 mi
- 10/02/202385,795 mi
- 16/04/202488,186 mi+2,391 mi
- 17/04/202488,188 mi+2 mi
- 08/06/202689,458 mi+1,270 mi
Average of roughly 1,094 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for MG MGF
Our database tracks 2 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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Common Problems: MG MGF
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- Hydragas Suspension Leaks/Depressurisation(Moderate)
The unique interconnected fluid/gas suspension system can leak or lose pressure over time, leading to a harsh ride and low ground clearance.
- Head Gasket Failure(Serious)
Standard K-Series issue, exacerbated by the mid-engine layout and long coolant pipes to the front radiator.
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- Hydragas Suspension Leaks/DepressurisationModerate
The unique interconnected fluid/gas suspension system can leak or lose pressure over time, leading to a harsh ride and low ground clearance.
- Head Gasket FailureSerious
Standard K-Series issue, exacerbated by the mid-engine layout and long coolant pipes to the front radiator.
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