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HV51 NVE

2001 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,880 mi
Last recorded20,880 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV51 NVE
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 20,880 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2025 20,854 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 20,474 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 20,221 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 20,156 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 20,114 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 19,992 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 19,356 miles

offside rear suspension upper ball joint has slight play

Pass 28 Nov 2013 18,366 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 17,390 miles

Offside Outer Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both front wiper blade rubbers are splitting

Pass 24 Nov 2011 16,032 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 14,052 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 14,052 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 12,335 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 11,168 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 9,690 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 8,499 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 7,395 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 NVE is a 2001 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NVE, 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 NVE?

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What year was HV51 NVE registered?

HV51 NVE is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 20 December 2001.

Is HV51 NVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV51 NVE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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