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YJ57 ZBG

2008 Microcar Mgo

Blue Petrol 505cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

9,661 mi
Last recorded9,661 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Microcar Mgo9,534 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ57 ZBG
MakeMicrocar
ModelMgo
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine505cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 9,661 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 9,643 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 9,628 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2024 9,628 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 9,595 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 9,588 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 9,573 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 9,534 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 9,490 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 9,484 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 9,463 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 9,418 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 9,248 miles

exhaust getting weak at rear

Pass 26 Mar 2013 9,044 miles

Exhaust rear silencer getting weak

Pass 26 Apr 2012 8,842 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 7,219 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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YJ57 ZBG is a 2008 Microcar Mgo in Blue with a 505cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YJ57 ZBG, 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 YJ57 ZBG registered?

YJ57 ZBG is a 2008 Microcar Mgo, first registered on 15 January 2008.

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The MOT history for YJ57 ZBG shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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