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Y438 YGC

2001 MG Mgf

Gold Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

82,431 mi
Last recorded82,431 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY438 YGC
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 82,431 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Fail 28 Jun 2019 82,430 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Nov 2018 82,408 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking / perishing (5.2.3 (e))

all tyres had very low pressure before start of test

Pass 23 Oct 2017 80,326 miles

Offside Rear tyre starting to crack

Pass 27 Nov 2014 78,950 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 78,089 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 77,574 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 76,209 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 74,129 miles

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

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

Suspension needs to be adjusted, sitting low.

Pass 20 Oct 2009 73,189 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 71,945 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 71,945 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2007 66,361 miles

Both front tyres wearing on the inner edges.

Coolant leak

Pass 11 Sep 2006 54,053 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 54,053 miles

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

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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Y438 YGC is a 2001 MG Mgf in Gold with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 Y438 YGC, 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 Y438 YGC registered?

Y438 YGC is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is Y438 YGC safe to buy?

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