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WU51 VEM

2001 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

59,690 mi
Last recorded59,690 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU51 VEM
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2015 59,690 miles

some surface rust on front brake discs

Fail 6 Jan 2015 59,690 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

some surface rust on front brake discs

Fail 25 Jul 2014 57,877 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake discs badly rusted on inner edges

various leaks

Pass 25 Jul 2014 57,877 miles

front brake discs badly rusted on inner edges

various leaks

Pass 31 Jul 2013 50,708 miles

coolant pipes corroded

engine oil leaks

exhaust system corroded and mountings poor condition

front brake discs corroded on inner surface

o/s handbrake operation poor

Fail 31 Jul 2013 50,708 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

coolant pipes corroded

engine oil leaks

exhaust system corroded and mountings poor condition

front brake discs corroded on inner surface

o/s handbrake operation poor

Pass 6 Aug 2012 49,766 miles

Early corrosion to both front wish bones

Front to rear water coolant hoses rusty

Inner edge of both front brake discs scored and rusty

Slight engine oil leak

Pass 8 Aug 2011 48,668 miles

Early corrosion to both front wish bones

n/s rear tyre tread bald on outer edges and tread at 1.6 mm

o/s rear tyre tread low

oil leak from engine

Pass 9 Jul 2010 45,893 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 43,339 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 38,995 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 38,995 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 37,900 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 30,099 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front wiper blades split on ends but still clearing windscreen

slight dampness on n/s/f shock absorber

Pass 5 Nov 2005 27,678 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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WU51 VEM 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 73.3%.

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 WU51 VEM, 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 WU51 VEM registered?

WU51 VEM is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 3 December 2001.

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