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DB51 JJB

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,410 mi
Last recorded47,410 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2012
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB51 JJB
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2012 47,410 miles

o/s/f shock absorber damp

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

battery insecure

both front and rear subframes corroded

front tyres wearing unevenly

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

suspension wishbones corroded

front brake discs excessively corroded on inner faces

Pass 25 Aug 2010 42,812 miles

front shock absorbers damp

front suspension bushes perished

n/s wiper blade worn

surface corrosion on subframes

Pass 28 Aug 2009 34,558 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 30,543 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 29,501 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 27,147 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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DB51 JJB is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 DB51 JJB, 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 DB51 JJB?

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What year was DB51 JJB registered?

DB51 JJB is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is DB51 JJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DB51 JJB shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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