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BF51 PXE

2001 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

39,322 mi
Last recorded39,322 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF51 PXE
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2022 39,322 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2022 39,322 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2021 36,781 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 36,745 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 35,833 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both and o\s rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Jun 2020 35,833 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both and o\s rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 35,024 miles

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

various surface corrosion on underbody suspension components.

Fail 2 Oct 2018 35,024 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Coolant leak. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

various surface corrosion on underbody suspension components.

Pass 5 Oct 2017 32,809 miles

various surface corrosion on underbody suspension components

Pass 5 Jun 2013 31,601 miles

front brake discs in very poor condition

Pass 15 Mar 2011 30,186 miles

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

front brake discs poor condition

suspension to low requires top

Pass 15 Mar 2010 28,427 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 26,364 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 23,897 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 22,124 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2005 19,238 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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BF51 PXE is a 2001 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BF51 PXE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF51 PXE registered?

BF51 PXE is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 14 September 2001.

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The MOT history for BF51 PXE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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