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GJ51 CGU

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,739 mi
Last recorded48,739 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2023
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ51 CGU
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2023 48,739 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 47,574 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 47,321 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 46,980 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 46,528 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 46,144 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2018 46,143 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 45,622 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 45,138 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2016 45,138 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 44,688 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 44,310 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 43,679 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 42,836 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 41,505 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 41,022 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 40,042 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 38,265 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 36,510 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 34,419 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 34,419 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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GJ51 CGU is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GJ51 CGU, 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 GJ51 CGU?

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What year was GJ51 CGU registered?

GJ51 CGU is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 20 November 2001.

Is GJ51 CGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ51 CGU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GJ51 CGU have outstanding finance?

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