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RG51 BJU

2001 MG Tf

Grey Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

28,720 mi
Last recorded28,720 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Tf53,420 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG51 BJU
MakeMG
ModelTf
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 28,720 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 28,347 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 May 2024 27,805 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 27,671 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 27,032 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 26,293 miles

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

Offside Front wiper blade has small split

Pass 20 Jan 2016 25,590 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 25,026 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 24,328 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2013 23,527 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 22,796 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 21,982 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 21,003 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 21,003 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 19,627 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 18,355 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 16,865 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 15,343 miles

How Reliable is the MG Tf?

Based on 475,348 MOT tests across 28,732 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
2,413
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
28,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,890
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,830
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 17,226
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,638
parking brake recording little or no effort 9,951
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RG51 BJU is a 2001 MG Tf in Grey with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2001 MG Tf models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 53,420 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Tf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RG51 BJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Tf typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 25 years old, this MG Tf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RG51 BJU registered?

RG51 BJU is a 2001 MG Tf, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is RG51 BJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG51 BJU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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