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Y194 BVC

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

56,967 mi
Last recorded56,967 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY194 BVC
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 56,967 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 56,151 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 54,748 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 54,225 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 52,953 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 51,331 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 51,138 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 50,775 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 49,480 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 49,167 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 48,194 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 47,473 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 47,473 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 46,269 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 44,890 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2012 43,863 miles

Nearside Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 43,863 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 42,950 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 41,912 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2009 40,989 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 38,079 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 36,579 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2006 34,952 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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Y194 BVC 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 91.3%.

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 Y194 BVC, 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 Y194 BVC registered?

Y194 BVC is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 17 March 2001.

Is Y194 BVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y194 BVC shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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