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CS51 ADS

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

121,367 mi
Last recorded121,367 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCS51 ADS
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 121,367 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 118,592 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 114,498 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 109,608 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Jun 2022 106,913 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 104,382 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2020 103,046 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 100,730 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 100,729 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 96,075 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2017 90,488 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 64,178 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 69,158 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 59,562 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 51,009 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 50,971 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 49,284 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 44,801 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 39,567 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 33,951 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 29,154 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 27,060 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 23,813 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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CS51 ADS is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 CS51 ADS, 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 CS51 ADS?

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What year was CS51 ADS registered?

CS51 ADS is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is CS51 ADS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CS51 ADS shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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