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EF51 FWY

2001 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

106,393 mi
Last recorded106,393 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2014
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF51 FWY
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2014 106,393 miles

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

Offside Front 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 16 Apr 2013 98,219 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 91,227 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 83,743 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 74,205 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 May 2009 64,581 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 53,048 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 49,640 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

o/s/f tyre inner edge worn & slight perishing in tread

slight fading front number plate

Pass 13 May 2006 40,904 miles

both rear tyres inner edges

clutch pedal rubber

water marks rear no plate

Fail 13 May 2006 40,904 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres inner edge close to limit

clutch pedal rubber

water marks rear no plate

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 FWY is a 2001 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FWY, 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

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What year was EF51 FWY registered?

EF51 FWY is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is EF51 FWY safe to buy?

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