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Y606 BFX

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

38,140 mi
Last recorded38,140 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY606 BFX
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 38,140 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 37,999 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 37,154 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 36,242 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2022 36,006 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2021 35,367 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 34,803 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 33,114 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 30,010 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 8 Apr 2016 27,104 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 0mm on the inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 0mm on the inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Apr 2016 27,104 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 0mm on the inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 0mm on the inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 26,540 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 24,701 miles

slightly reduced output on healamps

Pass 28 Mar 2013 20,030 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 15,169 miles

fron shockers damp

Fail 26 Mar 2012 15,169 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

front shockers damp

Pass 19 Apr 2011 12,259 miles

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

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

front near side washers not working

Pass 8 Dec 2009 10,650 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 9,186 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 7,599 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 6,906 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2005 5,232 miles

screen scratched by damaged wiper

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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Y606 BFX is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 Y606 BFX, 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 Y606 BFX?

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What year was Y606 BFX registered?

Y606 BFX is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y606 BFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y606 BFX shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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