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Y899 UJW

2001 MG Mgf

Cream Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

70,422 mi
Last recorded70,422 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY899 UJW
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 70,422 miles

Offside Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 17 May 2017 70,422 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 69,998 miles

Corrosion underside/corrosion to lower rear inner sill panels/

Rear brake discs corroded/Rear suspension low

Pass 21 Oct 2011 64,237 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

car on dvla damage marker

floor and rear sill area rusty

Pass 2 Sep 2010 63,131 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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)

front brake discs slightly corroded and pitted on inner surfaces

o/s and n/s front suspension wishbones slightly corroded

Pass 5 Jan 2009 56,292 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 5 Jan 2008 52,463 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 40,480 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 40,455 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drag link end deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (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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Y899 UJW is a 2001 MG Mgf in Cream with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y899 UJW, 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 Y899 UJW registered?

Y899 UJW is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 March 2001.

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The MOT history for Y899 UJW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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