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BG51 SGO

2001 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

50,308 mi
Last recorded50,308 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 SGO
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 50,308 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 50,007 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2023 49,916 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 49,272 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 48,369 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 47,489 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 46,376 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 46,076 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 45,715 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 25 May 2016 45,418 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 12 May 2015 45,082 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 16 May 2014 44,618 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 43,813 miles

slight smear on wipers

air bag light on

Pass 24 Nov 2011 43,607 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 43,607 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 41,689 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2010 41,689 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 38,993 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 37,299 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 37,299 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2007 36,202 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 34,739 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Nov 2005 34,041 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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BG51 SGO is a 2001 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 BG51 SGO, 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

How do I check the history of BG51 SGO?

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What year was BG51 SGO registered?

BG51 SGO is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is BG51 SGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG51 SGO shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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