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HV51 BNJ

2001 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

44,357 mi
Last recorded44,357 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV51 BNJ
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 44,357 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 43,861 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front brake pads getting low

Pass 10 Oct 2023 42,356 miles

Rear brake hoses covered in grease

Pass 20 Oct 2022 40,426 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 39,266 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

reverse lights not working

Fail 12 Oct 2021 39,266 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened surface corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

reverse lights not working

Pass 5 Oct 2020 38,906 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 38,157 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 36,571 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 36,565 miles

Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2017 34,582 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 32,942 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 31,163 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing thin on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2014 28,952 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 26,953 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 24,292 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 22,035 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 19,878 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 18,092 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 16,172 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 14,222 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 11,085 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 8,294 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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HV51 BNJ is a 2001 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 HV51 BNJ, 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 HV51 BNJ?

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What year was HV51 BNJ registered?

HV51 BNJ is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 October 2001.

Is HV51 BNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV51 BNJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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