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Y983 XKL

2001 MG Mgf

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,568 mi
Last recorded9,568 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY983 XKL
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2025 9,568 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 6,470 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 6,020 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 5,984 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 4,375 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 3,561 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 2,678 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 2,605 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 2,601 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 2,504 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 2,397 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 1,428 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 1,162 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 960 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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Y983 XKL is a 2001 MG Mgf in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y983 XKL, 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 Y983 XKL?

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What year was Y983 XKL registered?

Y983 XKL is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 28 June 2001.

Is Y983 XKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y983 XKL shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y983 XKL have outstanding finance?

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