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VN51 APF

2001 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,599 mi
Last recorded37,599 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN51 APF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2017 37,599 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 36,527 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 36,284 miles

nearside rear tyre worn inner edge

Pass 10 Jan 2014 35,880 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 35,440 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 35,440 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jan 2012 34,207 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 31,749 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 30,090 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 7 Jan 2010 30,088 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 27,144 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 25,723 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 25,722 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 19 Dec 2006 23,601 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2005 19,222 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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VN51 APF is a 2001 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VN51 APF, 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 VN51 APF registered?

VN51 APF is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is VN51 APF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN51 APF shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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