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ML51 BHN

2001 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

84,688 mi
Last recorded84,688 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2011
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML51 BHN
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2011 84,688 miles

Abs sensors fitted to car although no Abs module or light on dash fitted

Battery insecure

Engine management light on

Near side rear tyre perished

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Slight corrosion to off side rear brake pipe

Srs light on

Fail 23 Sep 2011 84,684 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Engine management light on

Near side rear tyre perished

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Slight corrosion to off side rear brake pipe

Srs light on

Pass 6 Jun 2009 75,136 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 74,899 miles

n/side wiper blade worn

scratches on screen in zone b, not yet to excess but wiper blade may damage more if not replaced

Pass 27 Jun 2007 60,314 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 43,210 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 43,210 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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ML51 BHN is a 2001 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ML51 BHN, 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 ML51 BHN registered?

ML51 BHN is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 15 October 2001.

Is ML51 BHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML51 BHN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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