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BN51 ZGA

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

68,425 mi
Last recorded68,425 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2023
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 ZGA
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2023 68,425 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2023 68,425 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 68,112 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 67,536 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged interior (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2021 67,536 miles

Direction indicator not working all (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Obligatory mirror slightly damaged interior (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 66,264 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 65,835 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 64,786 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 63,698 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2016 63,693 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 69,392 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 60,371 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 57,936 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 57,936 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 55,440 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 52,947 miles

front brake discs corrosion on inner faces

Fail 15 Jun 2010 50,196 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 50,196 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 47,595 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 45,014 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 42,138 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 38,808 miles

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

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 ZGA is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 ZGA, 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 ZGA?

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What year was BN51 ZGA registered?

BN51 ZGA is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is BN51 ZGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 ZGA shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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