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BU51 OFG

2001 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

56,281 mi
Last recorded56,281 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 OFG
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2015 56,281 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2013 44,325 miles

Offside Rear Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 43,385 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 42,372 miles

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

Slight bind noted to o/s/f brake.

front brake pads getting low.

Fail 14 Jan 2012 42,372 miles

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

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

Slight bind noted to o/s/f brake.

front brake pads getting low.

Pass 18 Jan 2011 41,575 miles

both rear tyres low on tread

front wishbone corroded

Fail 18 Jan 2010 39,582 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 39,582 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2009 35,155 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 34,642 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 31,968 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 27,963 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 27,941 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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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BU51 OFG is a 2001 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BU51 OFG, 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 BU51 OFG registered?

BU51 OFG is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is BU51 OFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 OFG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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