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Y491 VKK

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

41,532 mi
Last recorded41,532 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2022
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY491 VKK
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2022 41,532 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2022 41,532 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 41,288 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 41,270 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2020 41,270 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 40,540 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 40,540 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 40,314 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 39,803 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 39,493 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 38,713 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2015 38,703 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2014 38,092 miles

both front tyres slightly perished

Pass 2 Apr 2013 37,219 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 34,570 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 33,370 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 32,200 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 30,223 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 30,223 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 26,559 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 26,559 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 23,968 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 20,103 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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Y491 VKK is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 Y491 VKK, 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 Y491 VKK registered?

Y491 VKK is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 15 June 2001.

Is Y491 VKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y491 VKK shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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