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X608 GKL

2001 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

81,977 mi
Last recorded81,977 miles
Recorded on30 May 2014
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX608 GKL
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2014 81,977 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 19 Apr 2014 81,926 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

exhaust corroding

Pass 14 Jul 2012 81,652 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 75,305 miles

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

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

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside front wheel stiff to turn by hand

Oil leak

One bulb in high level brake light not working

Rear of the offside sill damaged

Slight corrosion to offside front baulk head

Pass 15 May 2010 68,945 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 May 2010 68,940 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2009 61,591 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 50,368 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 42,481 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 32,652 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 Apr 2006 32,614 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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X608 GKL is a 2001 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 X608 GKL, 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 X608 GKL registered?

X608 GKL is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is X608 GKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X608 GKL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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