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NY51 CWP

2002 MG Mgf

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

35,012 mi
Last recorded35,012 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 MG Mgf51,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNY51 CWP
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 35,012 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2026 35,003 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 34,226 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 33,516 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 33,265 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 32,442 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 31,786 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2017 31,786 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 31,355 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 30,375 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 28,757 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 13 Aug 2013 26,684 miles

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

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 27 Sep 2012 23,292 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 17,725 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 15,477 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 15,469 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Sep 2009 14,940 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 14,940 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 13,985 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 13,048 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 10,692 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 10,057 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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NY51 CWP is a 2002 MG Mgf in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 51,030 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 NY51 CWP, 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 24 years old, this MG Mgf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NY51 CWP?

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What year was NY51 CWP registered?

NY51 CWP is a 2002 MG Mgf, first registered on 9 February 2002.

Is NY51 CWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for NY51 CWP shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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