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Y582 SBD

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

27,112 mi
Last recorded27,112 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY582 SBD
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 27,112 miles

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush o/s and n/s/r (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 14 Nov 2025 27,110 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s and n/s/f (3.4 (b) (ii))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush o/s and n/s/r (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 20 Jul 2024 24,447 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 24,410 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2018 24,409 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

all 4 tyres out of shape and cracking

Pass 31 Mar 2009 24,190 miles

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

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

both rear tyres cracked on outer edges

Fail 31 Mar 2009 24,190 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

both rear tyres cracked on outer edges

Pass 2 Apr 2008 23,897 miles

both rear tyres cracking in tread

n s f tyre slightly out of shape

o s f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Apr 2007 22,851 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both rear tyre slightly perished

o/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 1 Jun 2006 21,418 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 19,448 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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Y582 SBD is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y582 SBD, 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 Y582 SBD registered?

Y582 SBD is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is Y582 SBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y582 SBD shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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