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Y917 WAJ

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

53,293 mi
Last recorded53,293 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2022
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY917 WAJ
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2022 53,293 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner & outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Various suspension components corroded

Pass 27 Oct 2021 53,114 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge such that tread depth is 1.6 mm within central three quarter area of tyre. 185/55/15 82V (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush has slight play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2021 53,102 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner sill area. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge such that tread depth is 1.6 mm within central three quarter area of tyre. 185/55/15 82V (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush has slight play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 52,575 miles

all brake discs are rusty

both front brake pipe furrels rusty

front suspension is low

n/s/f suspension lower ball joint has slight wear

underside of vehicle is rusty in general

Pass 11 Apr 2019 49,593 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 47,816 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 44,824 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 44,763 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 42,503 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 40,308 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 36,286 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 36,286 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2013 32,351 miles

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

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

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

suspension dry/rusty

Pass 28 Feb 2012 31,595 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 29,160 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 25,028 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 19,603 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 18 Jun 2008 18,609 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 17,789 miles

offside front and nearside front tyre treads wearing slightly on inside edges 185/55/15v

Pass 13 Apr 2006 15,897 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2006 15,897 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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)

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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Y917 WAJ is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 Y917 WAJ, 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 Y917 WAJ registered?

Y917 WAJ is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 20 March 2001.

Is Y917 WAJ safe to buy?

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