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Y159 GEL

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

59,671 mi
Last recorded59,671 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2023
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY159 GEL
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2023 59,671 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened *STRONG ADVISE* (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule *STRONG ADVISE* (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule *STRONG ADVISE* (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

heavy corrosion to front suspension components

Pass 30 Dec 2021 59,538 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (STRONG ADVISE) (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (STRONG ADVISE) (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Surface corrosion across underside of vehicle

Surface corrosion on both front brake discs

Fail 30 Dec 2021 59,538 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (STRONG ADVISE) (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (STRONG ADVISE) (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Surface corrosion across underside of vehicle

Surface corrosion on both front brake discs

Pass 14 Mar 2020 58,945 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 58,184 miles

Some perishing to rear tyres

Pass 30 Oct 2017 57,457 miles

Offside Rear tyre inner sidewall in poor condition

Pass 31 Oct 2016 56,938 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 56,478 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 Nov 2015 56,477 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released All (1.2.1e)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 55,907 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 55,907 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Nov 2013 55,366 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 55,366 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 54,713 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

battery insecure

Pass 27 Oct 2011 54,189 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 53,549 miles

corrosion

Fail 8 Nov 2010 53,549 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

corrosion

Pass 22 Oct 2009 51,527 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 48,775 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 23 Oct 2008 48,775 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 13 Nov 2007 45,838 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 41,770 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 37,080 miles

nsf shocker damp

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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Y159 GEL is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 Y159 GEL, 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 Y159 GEL registered?

Y159 GEL is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 23 March 2001.

Is Y159 GEL safe to buy?

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