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Y42 NHD

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,740 mi
Last recorded49,740 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY42 NHD
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 49,740 miles
Fail 7 May 2026 49,740 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 49,198 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2025 49,198 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 46,792 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 44,772 miles
Fail 25 May 2023 44,764 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 May 2022 41,919 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 39,460 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 38,503 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 38,027 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 37,600 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 37,210 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 36,492 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 35,183 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013
Pass 30 Jun 2012 33,261 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 31,745 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 30,958 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 29,810 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 28,448 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 28,429 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2007 27,732 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 25,824 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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Y42 NHD is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y42 NHD, 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 Y42 NHD?

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What year was Y42 NHD registered?

Y42 NHD is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y42 NHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y42 NHD shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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