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YN08 HXG

2008 Microcar Mgo

Black Petrol 505cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

21,316 mi
Last recorded21,316 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Microcar Mgo9,534 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN08 HXG
MakeMicrocar
ModelMgo
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine505cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2023 21,316 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 30 May 2023 21,300 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 17,307 miles

Nearside Rear Light cluster damage

Pass 1 Apr 2021 13,440 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 12,371 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 10,791 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 9,281 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 9,242 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 6,168 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 2,808 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 2,798 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 11 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 8 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 6 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2013 81 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 64 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 60 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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YN08 HXG is a 2008 Microcar Mgo in Black with a 505cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YN08 HXG, 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 YN08 HXG registered?

YN08 HXG is a 2008 Microcar Mgo, first registered on 2 May 2008.

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The MOT history for YN08 HXG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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