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Y226 PJB

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

47,712 mi
Last recorded47,712 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2018
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY226 PJB
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2018 47,712 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH FRONT AND REAR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS CORRODED

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

UNDERFLOOR COOLANT PIPES CORRODED AND STARTING TO LEAK

Pass 7 Sep 2017 45,164 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 7 Sep 2017 45,164 miles

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Sep 2016 43,073 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 43,073 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 41,459 miles

vehicle pulling to left

Pass 12 Sep 2014 38,277 miles

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

front subframe corroded

Fail 12 Sep 2014 38,277 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

front subframe corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2013 38,208 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 36,358 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

all four brake discs corroded

n/s rear tyre wearing low on outside edge

Pass 23 Sep 2009 35,877 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 35,877 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 32,090 miles

both front brake discs corroded suggest new discs next pad change

Pass 26 Jul 2007 29,715 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 26,276 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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Y226 PJB is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 Y226 PJB, 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 Y226 PJB registered?

Y226 PJB is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is Y226 PJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y226 PJB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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