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VK51 FXV

2001 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

97,622 mi
Last recorded97,622 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2021
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK51 FXV
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2021 97,622 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 97,480 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 93,620 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 91,263 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 88,250 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 88,194 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 84,740 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 80,878 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2011 77,735 miles

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

exhaust rear support strap snapped.exhaust still supported.

suspension low

Pass 22 Jul 2009 77,625 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2009 77,625 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 70,544 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 70,544 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 65,532 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2005 54,300 miles

fine scratch in windscreenbut not obstuting drives view

Fail 10 Nov 2005 54,299 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

fine scratch in windscreen but not obstuting drivers view

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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VK51 FXV is a 2001 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VK51 FXV, 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 VK51 FXV?

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What year was VK51 FXV registered?

VK51 FXV is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 October 2001.

Is VK51 FXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK51 FXV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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