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EF51 FWP

2001 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

28,547 mi
Last recorded28,547 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF51 FWP
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 28,547 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 28,246 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 28,170 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2022 27,307 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 26,489 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 25,507 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 25,196 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 25,152 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 25,124 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 25,119 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 25,099 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 25,022 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 24,889 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 24,759 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 24,471 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 24,303 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 23,645 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 22,788 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 21,507 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 21,507 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 19,596 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 15,820 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 14,395 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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EF51 FWP is a 2001 MG Mgf in Blue 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 EF51 FWP, 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 EF51 FWP?

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What year was EF51 FWP registered?

EF51 FWP is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 20 November 2001.

Is EF51 FWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF51 FWP 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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