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Y608 BFX

2001 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

49,727 mi
Last recorded49,727 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY608 BFX
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2016 49,727 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 45,058 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2015 45,058 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 41,953 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 39,437 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 36,770 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2012 36,770 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 35,335 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 33,194 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 30,175 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2008 28,090 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 27,682 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 27,179 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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Y608 BFX is a 2001 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 Y608 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 Y608 BFX?

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What year was Y608 BFX registered?

Y608 BFX is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 7 June 2001.

Is Y608 BFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y608 BFX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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