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Y256 HAB

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

72,619 mi
Last recorded72,619 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY256 HAB
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 72,619 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 70,285 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 68,361 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 66,121 miles
Fail 31 May 2023 66,120 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened signs of excess heat (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2022 63,875 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 May 2022 63,875 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 61,644 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 60,475 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 50,214 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 38,252 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 26,765 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit **TREAD SEVERELY DISTORTED** 185/55X15V (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit **TREAD SEVERELY DISTORTED** (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Mar 2017 26,763 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit **TREAD SEVERELY DISTORTED** 185/55X15V (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit **TREAD SEVERELY DISTORTED** (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 17,504 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 12,300 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 12,174 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 20 Mar 2014 8,231 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 8,231 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 7,962 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 7,103 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 5,945 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 5,299 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 4,330 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 3,628 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 3,004 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 2,421 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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Y256 HAB is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 Y256 HAB, 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 Y256 HAB registered?

Y256 HAB is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 March 2001.

Is Y256 HAB safe to buy?

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