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X308 GBA

2001 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,592 mi
Last recorded45,592 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX308 GBA
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 15 Dec 2016 45,592 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Dec 2015 44,501 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 43,210 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 42,034 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 40,493 miles

front tyres sit very close to wheel arch trims on full lock

front wiper blades starting to deteriorate

Pass 13 Dec 2011 38,872 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2010 37,344 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 35,142 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 31,807 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 28,808 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 25,977 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2006 21,923 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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X308 GBA is a 2001 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X308 GBA, 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

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What year was X308 GBA registered?

X308 GBA is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 12 January 2001.

Is X308 GBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X308 GBA shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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