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DN51 PFX

2002 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

72,719 mi
Last recorded72,719 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 MG Mgf51,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN51 PFX
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 72,719 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 70,966 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 69,149 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2023 67,512 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Apr 2022 66,138 miles

Rear Outer Slight corrosion on sills

Slight oil leak

Pass 30 Sep 2020 64,114 miles

Front Brake discs are corroded

Fail 29 Sep 2020 64,101 miles

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

Front Brake discs are corroded

Front Headlamp aim too far to the right Both side (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 60,195 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2018 56,912 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 54,190 miles

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

Tyres cracked

Pass 29 Mar 2016 52,026 miles

all tyres cracked

Pass 31 Mar 2015 49,532 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 48,000 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 46,341 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 45,110 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 44,086 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2011 44,086 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 42,159 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 39,900 miles

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

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)

Pass 21 Jan 2008 36,116 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 32,292 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 27,658 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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DN51 PFX is a 2002 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 51,030 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 DN51 PFX, 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 24 years old, this MG Mgf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DN51 PFX?

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What year was DN51 PFX registered?

DN51 PFX is a 2002 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 January 2002.

Is DN51 PFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN51 PFX shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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