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BN51 RLX

2001 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,397 mi
Last recorded39,397 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 RLX
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 39,397 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 39,155 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 39,001 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 38,766 miles

Nearside Front front bumper lower valance damaged. Minor damage to Anti roll bar bracket

electronic power steering operation. Less resistance on a left hand lock compared to right hand lock

Fail 4 Oct 2022 38,766 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure adhesive pads failed (0.1 (a))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off adhesive pads failing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front front bumper lower valance damaged. Minor damage to Anti roll bar bracket

electronic power steering operation. Less resistance on a left hand lock compared to right hand lock

Pass 22 Sep 2021 37,251 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 36,995 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 36,423 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 35,270 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 35,266 miles

Offside Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 34,617 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 34,617 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 33,289 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 31,278 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 29,715 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 29,715 miles

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

Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 28,205 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 27,627 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 27,248 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 18 Sep 2010 25,191 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 24,365 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 22,830 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 21,563 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 20,548 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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BN51 RLX is a 2001 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BN51 RLX, 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 BN51 RLX?

You can check the full history of BN51 RLX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BN51 RLX registered?

BN51 RLX is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is BN51 RLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 RLX shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BN51 RLX have outstanding finance?

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