CarVerify

Free Car Check

BX51 BFA

2001 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2019
Tests23 (13 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate56.5%

Mileage

104,229 mi
Last recorded104,229 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2019
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this MG
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX51 BFA
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 10 fail
Fail 17 Oct 2019 104,229 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened rear mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened rear subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and worn inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front bumper slight damage

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened heavily (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 102,889 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Oct 2018 102,889 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2017 100,986 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2017 100,904 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Oct 2015 93,521 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 86,976 miles

deterioration to inner surfaces of offside front & offside rear brake discs

slight wear in nearside rear upper suspension ball joint

Fail 7 Oct 2014 86,976 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

deterioration to inner surfaces of offside front & offside rear brake discs

slightr wear in nearside upper ball joint

Pass 7 Oct 2013 82,743 miles

deterioration to exhaust

offside & nearside suspension bump stop clearance low

wear in nearside rear upper suspension ball joint

Fail 3 Oct 2013 82,743 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

deterioration to exhaust

nearside front tyre worn on inside edge

offside & nearside suspension bump stop clearance low

wear in nearside rear upper suspension ball joint

Pass 5 Oct 2012 77,183 miles

seepage from offside front shock absorber

slight play in nearside rear wheel bearing

suspension bump stop clearance low

Fail 4 Oct 2012 77,183 miles

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

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

seepage from offside front shock absorber

slight play in nearside rear wheel bearing

suspension bump stop clearance low

Pass 7 Oct 2011 71,998 miles

front tyres wearing on inside edge

oil seepage from offside front shock absorber

serious wear/deterioration to front brake discs

Fail 6 Oct 2011 71,998 miles

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

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front tyres wearing on inside edge

oil seepage from offside front shock absorber

serious wear/deterioration to front brake discs

Pass 5 Oct 2010 65,361 miles

rear tyres wearing on inside edge

slight wear in nearside rear top suspension ball joint

wear/deterioration to fron brake discs

Fail 4 Oct 2010 65,361 miles

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

rear tyres wearing on inside edge

slight wear in nearside rear top suspension ball joint

sound emitted from offside front lower suspension arm when lightly tapped with corrosion assement tool indicates possible advanced corrosion

wear/deterioration to fron brake discs

Pass 18 Sep 2009 58,955 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2009 58,955 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2008 52,757 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 44,161 miles

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 6 Sep 2007 44,161 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

front brake discs worn

Pass 5 Oct 2006 35,180 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 6 Oct 2005 25,499 miles

O/S/F TYRE BALD ON INNER EDGE

SUSPENSION TRIM HIGHTS LOW

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
Full MG Mgf reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BX51 BFA is a 2001 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.5%.

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 BX51 BFA, 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 BX51 BFA?

You can check the full history of BX51 BFA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BX51 BFA registered?

BX51 BFA is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is BX51 BFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX51 BFA shows 23 tests with a 56.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BX51 BFA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BX51 BFA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.