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Y547 WRP

2001 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

89,407 mi
Last recorded89,407 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY547 WRP
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 89,407 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 89,407 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 23 Nov 2013 89,356 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2013 89,356 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 86,021 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2012 86,019 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 May 2011 85,860 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 85,855 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2010 83,678 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 83,678 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 79,772 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 75,922 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 75,922 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2006 70,889 miles

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

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

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

oil leak

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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Y547 WRP is a 2001 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 Y547 WRP, 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 Y547 WRP registered?

Y547 WRP is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 29 May 2001.

Is Y547 WRP safe to buy?

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