MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,902 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Oil leak
Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
Oil leak
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the MG Mgf?
Based on 546,238 MOT tests across 40,565 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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YRE 242S is a 1978 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,491cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1978 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 50,569 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 YRE 242S, 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 48 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 YRE 242S?
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What year was YRE 242S registered?
YRE 242S is a 1978 MG Mgf, first registered on 3 May 1978.
Is YRE 242S safe to buy?
The MOT history for YRE 242S shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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