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HJ51 XLD

2001 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,920 mi
Last recorded49,920 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2018
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ51 XLD
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2018 49,920 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Fail 24 Sep 2018 49,920 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 48,314 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 46,319 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 46,262 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 15 Jul 2010 40,088 miles

ADVISE;N/S/R TYRE LOWINNER FRONT BRAKE DISCS WILL REQUIRE ATTENTION SHORTLY

Fail 15 Jul 2010 40,088 miles

ADVISE;N/S/R TYRE LOWINNER FRONT BRAKE DISCS WILL REQUIRE ATTENTION SHORTLY

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 36,153 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 31,459 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 26,002 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 17,747 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 17,747 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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HJ51 XLD is a 2001 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HJ51 XLD, 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

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What year was HJ51 XLD registered?

HJ51 XLD is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is HJ51 XLD safe to buy?

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