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JJ51 SAR

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

59,132 mi
Last recorded59,132 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJ51 SAR
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 59,132 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2025 59,132 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2024 56,972 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2024 56,972 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Suspension levelling valve modified so that its function is affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Suspension levelling valve modified so that its function is affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 55,845 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 55,841 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 55,547 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 55,539 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 55,538 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2011 55,530 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 54,352 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 46,479 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Oil leak

plastic trims shields and guards covering some perscribed areas

Pass 23 Oct 2006 41,102 miles

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

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

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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JJ51 SAR is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 JJ51 SAR, 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 JJ51 SAR?

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What year was JJ51 SAR registered?

JJ51 SAR is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is JJ51 SAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJ51 SAR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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