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CU51 LDS

2001 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,028 mi
Last recorded61,028 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU51 LDS
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 61,028 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 60,556 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2025 60,551 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2024 59,999 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 59,477 miles

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 58,210 miles

Offside Rear Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 57,127 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2020 56,214 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 55,660 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 54,768 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 54,225 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 54,225 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened wishbone (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 53,614 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 52,997 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 52,083 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 50,705 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 48,712 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 47,257 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 45,975 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 43,723 miles

all suspension low

Pass 17 Dec 2007 41,090 miles

FRONT & REAR SUB-FRAMES SHOWING SIGNS OF CORROSION STARTING

N/S & O/S REAR TYRES ON LEGAL LIMIT

Pass 12 Dec 2006 38,264 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 12 Dec 2006 38,264 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Dec 2005 34,244 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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CU51 LDS is a 2001 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 CU51 LDS, 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 CU51 LDS?

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What year was CU51 LDS registered?

CU51 LDS is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is CU51 LDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU51 LDS shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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