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AG51 FSG

2001 MG Mgf

Grey Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

63,429 mi
Last recorded63,429 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG51 FSG
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2016 63,429 miles

Body has slight corrosion under vehicle (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

oil leak

Fail 11 Mar 2016 63,429 miles

Body has slight corrosion under vehicle (6.1.B.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2015 61,379 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 7 May 2014 55,580 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

evedence of tyre fouling o/s/f inner arch

Pass 9 May 2013 55,205 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 55,205 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 May 2012 51,481 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 51,476 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

alt drive belt missing

head gasket fault.???

srs lamp on

Pass 5 May 2011 43,678 miles

Oil leak

Fail 4 Oct 2010 41,718 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Front brake discs deteriated

Front brake pads worn

Pass 4 Oct 2010 41,718 miles

Front brake discs deteriated

Front brake pads worn

Pass 18 Sep 2009 38,022 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 36,109 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 36,109 miles

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres wearing at inner shoulders and should be kept under observation

Pass 28 Sep 2007 31,739 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

SRS light on

Fail 28 Sep 2007 31,739 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

SRS light on

Pass 3 Oct 2006 28,430 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 28,430 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2005 24,078 miles

How Reliable is the MG Mgf?

Based on 546,238 MOT tests across 40,565 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
2,116
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
40,565
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37,610
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 32,964
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 24,147
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 23,285
Brake pipe excessively corroded 21,602
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AG51 FSG is a 2001 MG Mgf in Grey with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2001 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 52,155 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 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 AG51 FSG, 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 25 years old, this MG Mgf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AG51 FSG registered?

AG51 FSG is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 16 October 2001.

Is AG51 FSG safe to buy?

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