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E26 SPB

2001 MG Mgf

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

48,742 mi
Last recorded48,742 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE26 SPB
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 48,742 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 42,544 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 42,224 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 41,979 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 41,747 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 41,646 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 40,817 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 40,298 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 38,601 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 37,130 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 35,465 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 33,296 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 30,167 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2008 30,159 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 26,860 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 17,006 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 14,678 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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E26 SPB is a 2001 MG Mgf in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2001 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 52,155 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 E26 SPB, 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 25 years old, this MG Mgf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E26 SPB?

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What year was E26 SPB registered?

E26 SPB is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 24 September 2001.

Is E26 SPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E26 SPB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E26 SPB have outstanding finance?

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