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YP51 CRV

2001 MG Mgf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

76,563 mi
Last recorded76,563 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP51 CRV
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2024 76,563 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 76,054 miles

Odd size tyres front to rear axles.

Fail 28 Apr 2023 76,054 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Odd size tyres front to rear axles.

Pass 21 Apr 2022 75,503 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 75,405 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2020 75,402 miles

Nearside Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 72,513 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 72,513 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 69,428 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 68,646 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 66,106 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 27 Apr 2016 66,106 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 63,887 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 21 Apr 2015 63,885 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 57,234 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 56,886 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

exhaust back box deteriated

Fail 9 Apr 2013 56,883 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

exhaust back box deteriated

Pass 15 Mar 2012 56,268 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 56,267 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 56,091 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 55,373 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 53,931 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2007 48,313 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Dec 2006 36,203 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 26,493 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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YP51 CRV is a 2001 MG Mgf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 YP51 CRV, 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 YP51 CRV registered?

YP51 CRV is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 30 October 2001.

Is YP51 CRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP51 CRV shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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