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Y421 KBM

2001 MG Mgf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

36,632 mi
Last recorded36,632 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY421 KBM
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 36,632 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2016 35,149 miles

FRONT AND REAR SUB-FRAMES ARE RUSTED

FRONT TOWING EYES ARE DAMAGED

N/S FRONT BRAKE DISC IS RUSTED

N/S FRONT BRAKE IS SLOWER TO OPERATE

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

REAR OF THE OUTER SILL/1/4 PANELS RUSTED

STEERING TURNS SLIGHTLY EASIER TO THE LEFT

Fail 5 May 2016 35,148 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect LACKING OUTPUT TO FORM A PATTERN (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect LACKING OUTPUT TO FORM A PATTERN (1.8.A.1b)

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

FRONT AND REAR SUB-FRAMES ARE RUSTED

FRONT TOWING EYES ARE DAMAGED

N/S FRONT BRAKE DISC IS RUSTED

N/S FRONT BRAKE IS SLOWER TO OPERATE

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

REAR OF THE OUTER SILL/1/4 PANELS RUSTED

STEERING TURNS SLIGHTLY EASIER TO THE LEFT

Fail 26 Feb 2016 35,146 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH REAR (1.4.A.2f)

FRONT TOWING EYES ARE DAMAGED

N/S FRONT BRAKE DISC INNER FACE IS RUSTING

Side repeater slightly discoloured BOTH (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 33,460 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2014 33,458 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 32,306 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 30,591 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

power steering fault / pulls left

rear number plate slightly faded

Pass 9 Apr 2011 29,145 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 27,524 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 26,312 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

steering pulling two left

Fail 29 Apr 2009 26,312 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

steering pulling two left

Pass 26 Apr 2008 24,110 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Fail 26 Apr 2008 24,110 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 28 Apr 2007 22,338 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 20,671 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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Y421 KBM is a 2001 MG Mgf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y421 KBM, 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 Y421 KBM registered?

Y421 KBM is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is Y421 KBM safe to buy?

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