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BR51 MGF

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,141 mi
Last recorded67,141 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2024
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBR51 MGF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2024 67,141 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear reverse lights not working

Pass 23 Sep 2023 67,098 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 66,993 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 66,792 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 66,647 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 66,532 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 66,184 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 65,682 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 65,037 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 64,278 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 63,027 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 61,135 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 60,356 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 59,197 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 56,912 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 54,766 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

offside front and nearside front tyres are starting to unevenly wear on inner edges

Pass 15 Sep 2008 52,363 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2007 49,927 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 42,538 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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BR51 MGF is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BR51 MGF, 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 BR51 MGF registered?

BR51 MGF is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 September 2001.

Is BR51 MGF safe to buy?

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