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Y309 GEU

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

63,977 mi
Last recorded63,977 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY309 GEU
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2017 63,977 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside inner faces (3.5.1i)

Nearside wiper for clearance of windscreen

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust flexi unit slightly deteriorated but not leaking

Pass 2 Nov 2015 62,321 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Front tyre tread wearing low on inner edge

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

Offside Front tyre tread wearing low on inner edge

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear brakes slightly imbalanced

exhaust flexi unit slightly deteriorated

injuries in windscreen

Fail 2 Nov 2015 62,321 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Front tyre tread wearing low on inner edge

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

Offside Front tyre tread wearing low on inner edge

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear brakes slightly imbalanced

exhaust flexi unit slightly deteriorated

injuries in windscreen

Pass 27 Oct 2014 59,106 miles

operation of wash wipe function\exhaust flexi slightly deteriorated\bump stop clearance on suspension\front shockabsorbers soft and light misting of oil\brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 4 Nov 2013 57,412 miles

washer fluid condition\front brtake discs slightly corroded\slight play in rear suspension joints and bushes

Pass 29 Oct 2012 54,605 miles

slight play in rear suspension joints and bushes

Pass 2 Nov 2011 50,337 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 44,471 miles

rear left brake disc corroded

front left and front right tyre has cracks in side wall, and in tread pattern, also both worn on inside edges.

Pass 14 Dec 2009 40,025 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 40,024 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

front and rear brake discs covered in surface rust

Pass 13 May 2008 39,417 miles

all 4 shockers showing slight misting of oil

Pass 7 Nov 2006 38,319 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 38,319 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Damp at both front shock absorbers

Front sub-frame rusty

Front tyres worn on inner edges - tracking?

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside track rod end gaiter split

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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Y309 GEU is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 Y309 GEU, 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 Y309 GEU registered?

Y309 GEU is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 21 March 2001.

Is Y309 GEU safe to buy?

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