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MV51 TXG

2001 MG Mgf

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

39,633 mi
Last recorded39,633 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV51 TXG
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 39,633 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 39,598 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 29 Jul 2016 39,529 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 39,448 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

emits dense white smoke during emissions test

Pass 2 Dec 2014 39,253 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 39,253 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Gas suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Gas suspension unit partially deflated (2.4.D.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 38,050 miles

o/s wiper split

washers need clean out

Pass 15 May 2012 37,436 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 32,940 miles

n/s door lock faulty

Pass 29 Mar 2010 27,786 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2008 26,923 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 24,904 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 21,381 miles

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

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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MV51 TXG is a 2001 MG Mgf in Yellow 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 MV51 TXG, 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 MV51 TXG?

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What year was MV51 TXG registered?

MV51 TXG is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is MV51 TXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV51 TXG 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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