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GV51 SYH

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

47,391 mi
Last recorded47,391 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2015
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 SYH
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2015 47,391 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 44,441 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 38,573 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 31,726 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 16 Nov 2010 31,726 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edges

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 23,697 miles

Nearside Rear 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 24 Nov 2008 145,401 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 5,597 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 4,917 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 4,127 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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GV51 SYH is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red 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 GV51 SYH, 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 GV51 SYH?

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What year was GV51 SYH registered?

GV51 SYH is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is GV51 SYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV51 SYH shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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