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Y617 UDP

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

37,602 mi
Last recorded37,602 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY617 UDP
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 37,602 miles

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (+ subframe, chassis members, sills, exhaust, brake discs, brake pipes and ferrules) [5.3.3 (b) (i)] •

Pass 30 Sep 2024 37,568 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened + subframe, chassis members, sills, exhaust, brake discs, brake pipes and ferrules (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 37,518 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material + ferrules (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened + subframe, chassis members, sills, brake discs and exhaust (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 37,425 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened +subframe+sills+exhaust+brake discs (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 37,411 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened +subframes+brake discs (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 37,339 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s/f o/s/f n/s/r o/s/r all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

all suspension components very corroded

under side very corroded

Fail 26 Sep 2020 37,334 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s/f o/s/f n/s/r o/s/r all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both very corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear brakes slight binding

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

all suspension components very corroded

under side very corroded

Pass 3 Sep 2019 37,327 miles

suspension components+brake discs corroding,all brakes slight binding

Pass 7 Sep 2018 37,289 miles

offside rear tyre perishing

suspension components+brake discs corroding

Fail 7 Sep 2018 37,289 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

offside rear tyre perishing

suspension components+brake discs corroding

Pass 25 Sep 2017 37,221 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 37,062 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 36,987 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 36,917 miles

clearance between chassis and bump stops

Pass 9 Aug 2013 36,742 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 36,626 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 36,476 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 36,301 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 36,204 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 36,043 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 35,706 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 35,350 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 May 2005 28,252 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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Y617 UDP is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 Y617 UDP, 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 Y617 UDP registered?

Y617 UDP is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 21 August 2001.

Is Y617 UDP safe to buy?

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