2001 MG MGF 1.8L Petrol · FG51 PBY
2001 MG MGF (1.8L, petrol). First registered 20/10/2001. Recorded mileage 71,762 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- MG MGF
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25/08/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,762 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
FG51 PBY Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/08/2022
- 71,762 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
FG51 PBY Mileage History
- 25/08/202170,892 mi
- 15/08/202271,762 mi+870 mi
Average of roughly 895 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
FG51 PBY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Mg Mgf (FG51 PBY) between August 2021 and August 2022.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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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