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MT51 DYB

2001 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

46,411 mi
Last recorded46,411 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2011
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT51 DYB
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2011 46,411 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

slight damage to offside front indicator lamp lens

Fail 25 Jul 2011 46,370 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

hand brake warning light stays on

slight damage to offside front indicator lamp lens

Pass 24 Jul 2010 43,778 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2010 43,778 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 26 Jul 2009 41,898 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 37,421 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 37,421 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 34,027 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 23,286 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 21,070 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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MT51 DYB is a 2001 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 MT51 DYB, 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 MT51 DYB registered?

MT51 DYB is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 29 November 2001.

Is MT51 DYB safe to buy?

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