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X542 HHB

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

54,751 mi
Last recorded54,751 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX542 HHB
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2017 54,751 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust slightly deteriorated

Fail 12 Jun 2017 54,750 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust slightly deteriorated

Pass 18 Mar 2016 54,730 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 54,323 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 53,891 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 53,404 miles

exhaust deteriorated

front and rear suspension components slightly corroded

Fail 20 Mar 2013 53,404 miles

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

front and rear suspension components slightly corroded

Pass 13 Mar 2012 52,934 miles

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 7 Mar 2011 52,454 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Mar 2010 50,103 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 47,702 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 43,556 miles

front brake discs corroding

Fail 3 Mar 2008 43,555 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

front brake discs corroding

Pass 6 Feb 2007 36,008 miles

Offside Rear 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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X542 HHB is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 X542 HHB, 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.

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What year was X542 HHB registered?

X542 HHB is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is X542 HHB safe to buy?

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