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Y612 BFX

2001 MG Mgf

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

57,038 mi
Last recorded57,038 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2021
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY612 BFX
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2021 57,038 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 55,954 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 53,730 miles

Covers fitted upper and lower

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.2.6)

Oil leak ()

Pass 31 May 2017 52,684 miles

Covers fitted upper and lower

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.2.6)

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Jun 2016 50,051 miles

Covers fitted upper and lower

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jun 2015 45,947 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 41,244 miles

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 12 Jun 2013 35,632 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 35,632 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 34,361 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2011 32,928 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 50,124 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 50,124 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 30,521 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 30,519 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 29,163 miles

front & rear sub-frames corroded

signs front wheels have been rubbing plastic wheel arch,not hitting at time of test

Pass 1 Aug 2007 28,465 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 28,395 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2006 27,783 miles

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

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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Y612 BFX is a 2001 MG Mgf in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 Y612 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

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What year was Y612 BFX registered?

Y612 BFX is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y612 BFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y612 BFX shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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