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Y704 DVC

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

85,517 mi
Last recorded85,517 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY704 DVC
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2026 85,517 miles

n/s front tyre over 10 years old

under side of vehicle sightly corroded

Pass 30 Aug 2025 85,030 miles

surface corrosion to vehicle underside in several places

Pass 27 Apr 2016 84,935 miles

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

o/s front tyre worn sooth on inner edge

Pass 6 May 2015 76,308 miles

o/s front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

Pass 7 May 2014 71,584 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 May 2013 67,407 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 67,406 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Mar 2013 67,398 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2012 63,128 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 63,128 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 57,620 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 52,163 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 46,592 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 41,492 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 35,591 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2006 30,327 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2006 30,308 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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Y704 DVC is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 Y704 DVC, 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 Y704 DVC registered?

Y704 DVC is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y704 DVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y704 DVC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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