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YJ08 XXV

2008 Microcar Mgo

Red Petrol 505cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

2,135 mi
Last recorded2,135 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2014
Typical for 2008 Microcar Mgo9,534 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 XXV
MakeMicrocar
ModelMgo
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine505cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2014 2,135 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2014 2,125 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 474 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Mar 2014 474 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 18,460 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 15,094 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 11,636 miles

How Reliable is the Microcar Mgo?

Based on 4,831 MOT tests across 425 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
1,660
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
425
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 106
Steering rack gaiter split 103
parking brake recording little or no effort 82
wheel bearing rough when rotated 67
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 63
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YJ08 XXV is a 2008 Microcar Mgo in Red with a 505cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Microcar Mgo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 9,534 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Microcar Mgo fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ08 XXV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Microcar Mgo typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Microcar Mgo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ08 XXV registered?

YJ08 XXV is a 2008 Microcar Mgo, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is YJ08 XXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ08 XXV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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