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HG51 HLF

2001 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,993 mi
Last recorded58,993 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG51 HLF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2018 58,993 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018 58,993 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2015 55,862 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 54,940 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 53,911 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 51,246 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2006 46,968 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 46,548 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 Sep 2006 46,548 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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HG51 HLF is a 2001 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HG51 HLF, 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 HG51 HLF?

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What year was HG51 HLF registered?

HG51 HLF is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 24 September 2001.

Is HG51 HLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG51 HLF shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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