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Y81 HDV

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

60,482 mi
Last recorded60,482 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY81 HDV
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2015 60,482 miles

slight oil leak around engine area

Pass 24 Sep 2014 60,443 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 60,369 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 60,070 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 58,241 miles

all brake disc pitted

Fail 29 Sep 2011 58,241 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

all brake disc pitted

Pass 3 Sep 2010 49,483 miles

rear silincer band broken

Pass 12 Aug 2009 41,556 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 36,131 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2008 36,131 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2007 29,623 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 21,784 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 21,784 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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Y81 HDV is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 Y81 HDV, 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 Y81 HDV?

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What year was Y81 HDV registered?

Y81 HDV is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 8 March 2001.

Is Y81 HDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y81 HDV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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