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DX51 FVT

2001 Rover Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

120,476 mi
Last recorded120,476 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Rover Mgf59,787 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 FVT
MakeRover
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 120,476 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 118,253 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 114,545 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 112,355 miles

Nearside Front tyre low on inner edge

Nearside Rear Inner Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Inner Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Jul 2016 112,354 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Front tyre low on inner edge

Nearside Rear Inner Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Inner Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Jul 2015 110,275 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

o/s front door hindges have slight play

o/s rear wheel bearing has slight roughness when rotated

Pass 30 Jul 2015 110,275 miles

o/s front door hindges have slight play

o/s rear wheel bearing has slight roughness when rotated

Pass 17 Oct 2012 108,345 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)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 12 Oct 2012 108,345 miles

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

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)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 104,964 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 104,964 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 18 Oct 2010 99,065 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 98,045 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 94,192 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 92,101 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 91,623 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine has a slight noies to it when warm

Pass 10 Oct 2006 77,200 miles

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

Suspension low

Pass 10 Oct 2005 61,922 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Mgf?

Based on 3,427 MOT tests across 265 vehicles.

64.9%
Pass Rate
2,252
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
265
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 229
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 215
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 185
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 168
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 121
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DX51 FVT is a 2001 Rover Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2001 Rover Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 59,787 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Mgf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 229 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX51 FVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Mgf typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 25 years old, this Rover Mgf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DX51 FVT registered?

DX51 FVT is a 2001 Rover Mgf, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is DX51 FVT safe to buy?

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