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GV51 UTB

2002 MG Mgf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,898 mi
Last recorded26,898 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 2002 MG Mgf51,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 UTB
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 26,898 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2024 26,823 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 26,754 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 26,189 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 25,868 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2019 25,504 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 24,337 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 23,445 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 20,980 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 17,124 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 17,123 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 16,047 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 14,758 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 13,992 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 13,992 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 11,996 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 11,784 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 11,690 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 11,304 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 10,987 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 UTB is a 2002 MG Mgf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GV51 UTB, 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 GV51 UTB registered?

GV51 UTB is a 2002 MG Mgf, first registered on 11 January 2002.

Is GV51 UTB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV51 UTB shows 20 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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