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FX51 TYM

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

39,551 mi
Last recorded39,551 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 TYM
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 39,551 miles
Fail 13 May 2026 39,359 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2025 35,672 miles
Fail 12 May 2025 35,627 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 22 May 2024 35,409 miles

Both rear tyres 3mm of tread approx

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush All lower (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 35,390 miles

Both rear tyres 3mm of tread approx Nearside worn on inner edge

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush All lowers (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 35,310 miles

Offside rear tyre 3mm of tread approx

Reverse lights inoperative

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush All lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 16 Aug 2022 35,310 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside rear tyre 3mm of tread approx

Reverse lights inoperative

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush All lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2020 34,988 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 29,629 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 24,694 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 22,172 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 19,142 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 18,333 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2012 18,278 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 18,201 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 17,277 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 17,063 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2006 14,279 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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FX51 TYM is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FX51 TYM, 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 FX51 TYM registered?

FX51 TYM is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is FX51 TYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 TYM shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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