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Y731 VGJ

2001 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

57,251 mi
Last recorded57,251 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY731 VGJ
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2013 57,251 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 57,251 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 42,741 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2011 39,136 miles

Battery insecure

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 14 Jun 2011 39,136 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Battery insecure

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2010 38,482 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 37,376 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 37,376 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 36,332 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 33,787 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 30,025 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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Y731 VGJ is a 2001 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 Y731 VGJ, 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 Y731 VGJ registered?

Y731 VGJ is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 March 2001.

Is Y731 VGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y731 VGJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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