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Y701 MMA

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,525 mi
Last recorded40,525 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY701 MMA
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 40,525 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 40,087 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 40,068 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 39,770 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 39,652 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 39,425 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 39,425 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Nov 2016 39,257 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 38,749 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 38,741 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

offside rear tyre at legal limit

Pass 4 Oct 2013 38,404 miles

nearside rear tyre at legal limit - just meets the pass standard

offside rear tyre at legal limit - just meets the pass standard .

Pass 17 Oct 2012 38,177 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 37,725 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2010 37,465 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 37,173 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 35,742 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 30,672 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 30,672 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 28,194 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 27,862 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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Y701 MMA is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 Y701 MMA, 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 Y701 MMA?

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What year was Y701 MMA registered?

Y701 MMA is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 8 August 2001.

Is Y701 MMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y701 MMA shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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