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Y717 TLE

2001 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2022
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

83,700 mi
Last recorded83,700 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2021
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY717 TLE
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2021 83,700 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 83,700 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 82,944 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 81,553 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 79,677 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2018 79,677 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 77,819 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 74,653 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 78,183 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 70,119 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 67,422 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 66,813 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 65,422 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 62,697 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 58,882 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 53,112 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 49,798 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 40,803 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 25,005 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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Y717 TLE is a 2001 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 Y717 TLE, 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 Y717 TLE?

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What year was Y717 TLE registered?

Y717 TLE is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 May 2001.

Is Y717 TLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y717 TLE shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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