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Y196 XKK

2001 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,091 mi
Last recorded31,091 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY196 XKK
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 31,091 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Aug 2026 31,091 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 30,583 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Aug 2018 30,583 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2017 28,277 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 28,088 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 28,088 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 28,048 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 27,610 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 26,662 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2013 26,662 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Suspension slightly low

Pass 6 Sep 2012 26,658 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 26,498 miles

nail in n/s/f tyre.

Pass 6 Sep 2010 23,676 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 21,401 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 May 2008 20,133 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 20,133 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 17 May 2007 19,068 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 18,118 miles
Pass 3 May 2005 16,979 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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Y196 XKK is a 2001 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y196 XKK, 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 Y196 XKK registered?

Y196 XKK is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 20 April 2001.

Is Y196 XKK safe to buy?

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