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Y583 SBD

2001 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,255 mi
Last recorded83,255 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY583 SBD
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 83,255 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 82,571 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 82,560 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 80,410 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 73,600 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 73,593 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 67,949 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 67,549 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 64,557 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 60,893 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 55,706 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

slight travel in hand brake lever.

Fail 14 May 2008 55,662 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 9 May 2007 48,536 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2007 48,354 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 40,939 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 40,939 miles

Front Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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Y583 SBD is a 2001 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y583 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

How do I check the history of Y583 SBD?

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What year was Y583 SBD registered?

Y583 SBD is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 March 2001.

Is Y583 SBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y583 SBD shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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