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BK51 FYJ

2001 MG Mgf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2015
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

75,920 mi
Last recorded75,920 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK51 FYJ
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 26 Aug 2016 75,920 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported boxe (7.1.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 73,185 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 73,185 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 31 Dec 2010 72,694 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 14 Dec 2010 72,484 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

exhaust system deteriorating, and metal strap detatched, though system still secure

nearside rear tyre 3mm tread depth, and worn shoulders

steering wheel turns to the left when power assistance operating, and steering wheel released when vehicle is stationary

Pass 17 Dec 2009 67,912 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

both rear tyres worn on shoulders,and nearside 2mm tread depth in areas

nearside windscreen washer water delivery becoming weak

steering turns to the left on its own whilst engine is running

Fail 25 Nov 2009 67,681 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

advise strong movement in handbrake lever requires inspection/repair

advise strong steering locks over on own requires immeadiate attention

clutch pedal rubber missing

rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 29 Nov 2008 56,488 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 48,897 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 48,897 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 40,201 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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BK51 FYJ is a 2001 MG Mgf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 BK51 FYJ, 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 BK51 FYJ registered?

BK51 FYJ is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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