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VU51 WTW

2001 MG Mgf

Yellow Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2024
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

75,916 mi
Last recorded75,916 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2023
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU51 WTW
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2023 75,916 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 75,914 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Aug 2022 75,854 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Aug 2022 75,854 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 75,657 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 75,351 miles

rear discs corroded

rear sub frame corroding

Fail 3 Jul 2020 75,351 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

rear discs corroded

rear sub frame corroding

Pass 25 Jun 2019 74,977 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 74,700 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 74,149 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 74,129 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 73,629 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 73,257 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

tracking check advised due to uneven wear of both front tyres!!

Fail 18 Jun 2015 73,257 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

tracking check advised due to uneven wear of both front tyres!!

Pass 30 Jun 2014 72,598 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2013 72,034 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2013 72,033 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2012 72,020 miles

O.S.F wiper just starting to split.

Fail 28 Apr 2012 72,002 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

O.S.F wiper just starting to split.

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2011 70,668 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 69,340 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 69,321 miles

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

Pass 31 Dec 2008 64,724 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 53,495 miles

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

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

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

cut in osf tyre (not showing cords)

Pass 3 Jan 2007 48,273 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 42,628 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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VU51 WTW is a 2001 MG Mgf in Yellow with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 VU51 WTW, 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 VU51 WTW registered?

VU51 WTW is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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