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YJ59 TPV

2009 Microcar Mgo

Gold Petrol 505cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,674 mi
Last recorded47,674 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2023
Typical for 2009 Microcar Mgo13,948 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ59 TPV
MakeMicrocar
ModelMgo
Year2009
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine505cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2023 47,674 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 42,686 miles

All steering and suspension component corroded)

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 38,934 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 37,565 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 35,590 miles

rear seats not in use at time of test

Fail 24 Nov 2016 35,589 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear seats not in use at time of test

Pass 21 Nov 2015 31,844 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2015 31,769 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Hazard warning lamps operated by more than one switch (1.4.B.1c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front brake dragging

Pass 25 Nov 2014 26,945 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 26,945 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 19,637 miles

No rear seats fitted at time of test.

Pass 27 Nov 2012 13,980 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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YJ59 TPV is a 2009 Microcar Mgo in Gold with a 505cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Microcar Mgo models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 13,948 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 YJ59 TPV, 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 17 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 YJ59 TPV registered?

YJ59 TPV is a 2009 Microcar Mgo, first registered on 7 December 2009.

Is YJ59 TPV safe to buy?

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