2001 MG MGF 1.8L Petrol · EU51 VDV
2001 MG MGF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2001. Recorded mileage 102,205 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG MGF
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 102,205 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2001
- Engine
- 1796cc
EU51 VDV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/08/2025
- 102,205 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Known faults for MG MGF
Our database tracks 2 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
EU51 VDV Mileage History
- 21/08/202399,332 mi
- 01/09/202399,357 mi+25 mi
- 02/08/202499,399 mi+42 mi
- 09/08/202499,399 mi
- 22/08/2025102,205 mi+2,806 mi
Average of roughly 1,433 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
EU51 VDV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Mg Mgf (EU51 VDV) between August 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: MG MGF
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Hydragas Suspension Leaks/Depressurisation(Moderate)
The unique interconnected fluid/gas suspension system can leak or lose pressure over time, leading to a harsh ride and low ground clearance.
- Head Gasket Failure(Serious)
Standard K-Series issue, exacerbated by the mid-engine layout and long coolant pipes to the front radiator.
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