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Y291 CNV

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

52,817 mi
Last recorded52,817 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY291 CNV
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 52,817 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 46,787 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 44,505 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 44,503 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 44,497 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 44,348 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 44,307 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 44,272 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 44,272 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 44,102 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 43,977 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 43,862 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 43,487 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 43,003 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 38,378 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 31,719 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 23,910 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 16,346 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 12,595 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 10,662 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 9,810 miles

slight oil leak from oil filter

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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Y291 CNV is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 Y291 CNV, 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

How do I check the history of Y291 CNV?

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What year was Y291 CNV registered?

Y291 CNV is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 18 July 2001.

Is Y291 CNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y291 CNV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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