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YJ58 HCN

2008 Microcar Mgo

Green Petrol 505cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

15,547 mi
Last recorded15,547 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Microcar Mgo9,534 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ58 HCN
MakeMicrocar
ModelMgo
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine505cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 15,547 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2017 15,538 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear disc facing corroded

Pass 9 Mar 2016 10,301 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 1,762 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 149 miles

Front bumper insecure

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear bumper insecure

Fail 20 May 2014 140 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 13 May 2013 38,560 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front bumper insecure

Rear bumper insecure

Fail 13 May 2013 38,560 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 May 2012 21,234 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 21,234 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 16,601 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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YJ58 HCN is a 2008 Microcar Mgo in Green with a 505cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 YJ58 HCN, 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.

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What year was YJ58 HCN registered?

YJ58 HCN is a 2008 Microcar Mgo, first registered on 4 September 2008.

Is YJ58 HCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ58 HCN shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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