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MG51 SAL

2001 MG Mgf

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,403 mi
Last recorded25,403 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMG51 SAL
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2026 25,403 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 25,374 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 25,201 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 25,175 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 25,158 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 25,143 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 21 Sep 2019 25,120 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 25,063 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 25,038 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 24,985 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 24,838 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 24,452 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 24,137 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 23,814 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 23,397 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 22,534 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

nearside rear tyre close to wear bars

offside rear tyre close to wear bars and also has a split on inner sidewall

Pass 16 Dec 2009 22,321 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 21,841 miles

front tyres are wearing slightly on inner edges

Pass 12 Dec 2007 21,251 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 20,679 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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MG51 SAL is a 2001 MG Mgf in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MG51 SAL, 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 MG51 SAL registered?

MG51 SAL is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is MG51 SAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MG51 SAL shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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