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GL51 ZKR

2002 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

40,946 mi
Last recorded40,946 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 MG Mgf51,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 ZKR
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 40,946 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

rear hydrolastic pipes connectors slight corrosion

Fail 24 Jun 2025 40,946 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

rear hydrolastic pipes connectors slight corrosion

Pass 5 Jun 2024 40,387 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2024 40,387 miles

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

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 40,211 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2023 40,211 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Dec 2020 40,190 miles

Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity both rear and side repeaters are dark (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

advise car under side showing signs of corrosion

Fail 3 Dec 2020 40,160 miles

Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected brake and clutch pedal wire is fouling (4.11 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed no fixing clip fouling shock (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength on outer sill within 30 cm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed no fixing clip fouling shock (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity both rear and side repeaters are dark (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disks are corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

advise car under side showing signs of corrosion

Pass 29 May 2019 39,083 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 37,911 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 37,905 miles

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

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 36,629 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 36,625 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 35,607 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 35,602 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 13 May 2015 34,844 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

exhaust system rusty

surface rust on all brake and suspension components

Pass 12 Apr 2014 34,413 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 33,840 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 33,231 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 32,601 miles

Exhaust system corroded.

Front suspension running low and very close to bump stops.

General underbody and suspension component corrosion.

Pass 5 Feb 2010 31,956 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 30,597 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2008 29,009 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 27,341 miles

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

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 10 Feb 2006 26,397 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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GL51 ZKR is a 2002 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 GL51 ZKR, 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

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What year was GL51 ZKR registered?

GL51 ZKR is a 2002 MG Mgf, first registered on 18 February 2002.

Is GL51 ZKR safe to buy?

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