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Y262 JDV

2001 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,434 mi
Last recorded50,434 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2021
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY262 JDV
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2021 50,434 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 49,147 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2020 49,145 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 47,615 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 45,924 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 44,574 miles

suspension low

Pass 23 Jun 2016 42,328 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 39,373 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 36,097 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 33,923 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 33,923 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2012 30,417 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 24,594 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 20,027 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 20,027 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 15,958 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN OK AT TIME OF MOT TEST

NSF ,OSF, NSR & OSR TOP SUSPENSION SWIVELS ALL HAVE VERY SLIGHT PLAY IN OK AT TIME OF MOT TEST

Fail 18 Jun 2009 15,958 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

FRONT BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN OK AT TIME OF MOT TEST

NSF ,OSF, NSR & OSR TOP SUSPENSION SWIVELS ALL HAVE VERY SLIGHT PLAY IN OK AT TIME OF MOT TEST

NSF TYRE WORN VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT OK AT TIME OF MOT TEST

Pass 14 Jun 2008 12,282 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 10,012 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 9,223 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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Y262 JDV is a 2001 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y262 JDV, 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 Y262 JDV registered?

Y262 JDV is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 9 March 2001.

Is Y262 JDV safe to buy?

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