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HV51 KNW

2001 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

4,200 mi
Last recorded4,200 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV51 KNW
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 4,200 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2025 4,198 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 4,196 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 4,194 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 4,183 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 4,171 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 4,164 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 4,157 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 4,152 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 4,144 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 4,139 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 4,121 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 4,018 miles

suspension height low

Fail 14 Aug 2014 4,013 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

suspension height low

Pass 23 Aug 2013 3,978 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 3,879 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 3,771 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 3,631 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 3,631 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 3,551 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 3,521 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 3,438 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 3,398 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 KNW is a 2001 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc 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 KNW, 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 HV51 KNW registered?

HV51 KNW is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is HV51 KNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV51 KNW 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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