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Y971 PEF

2001 MG Mgf

Grey Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

21,127 mi
Last recorded21,127 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY971 PEF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 21,127 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 20,764 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 20,472 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 20,144 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 19,932 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 19,634 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 19,244 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 18,490 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 18,144 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 17,902 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 16,886 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 15,890 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 15,890 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2010 15,230 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 14,678 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 14,175 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 13,365 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 12,526 miles
Pass 11 May 2005 11,932 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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Y971 PEF is a 2001 MG Mgf in Grey with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 Y971 PEF, 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 Y971 PEF?

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What year was Y971 PEF registered?

Y971 PEF is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 10 May 2001.

Is Y971 PEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y971 PEF shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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