MG F 1.8i SE 2d (2001/Y) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Usually good value to buy, but I have spent many hundreds on repairs in the year I have had it.
Costs
Middle of the road in servicing costs, but so may repairs needed which pushed costs up.
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On the road
Driving
Great fun in the summer, but poor grip on wet or snowy roads.
Performance
Good to drive in good weather. I was pleasantly surprised that it didn't consume much more petrol than my old Clio.
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Living with it
Reliability
Completely unreliable. 4 breakdowns due to various problems, most recent overheating due to head gasket.
Image
I think MX5 looks fresher despite being older
Comfort
Very supportive comfy seats. Good driving position.
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Security and Service
Service
Not many dealers in north Scotland, poor service from all those I tried.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
High pressure in cooling system. Coolant pipes corroded and leaking. Head gasket needs replaced.
Other
Windscreen wipers failed during snowstorm
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No