BT51 LCW

2001 MG — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
MG
Year
2001
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
1796 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
SORN
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 12 May 2016
Last recorded mileage
13,229 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 56/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2001 Mg has 12 MOT tests on record with a 83% pass rate and 13,229 miles. While it has passed most MOTs, recurring issues with tyres and brakes, plus a history of head gasket problems, make this a high-risk purchase.

The vehicle shows very low annual usage (3,153 miles/yr), but a critical 7-year gap in MOT history (2007) and a significant 10,565-mile jump before Apr 2010 are major red flags for odometer integrity.

Things to check

  • Mileage significantly below UK average: 13,229 miles over 25 years (Jan 2001 to May 2015).
  • Critical 7-year MOT gap (2007) — no test recorded for 7 years, highly suspicious.
  • Unusually high mileage jump before Apr 2010: +10,565 miles in 1 year (Apr 2009 to Apr 2010).
  • Recurring brake system failures (Feb 2008) and tyre advisories (Nov 2006, Feb 2008).

Working in its favour

  • Passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, indicating some basic maintenance has been carried out.
  • No recent MOT failures or advisories, suggesting current roadworthiness despite past issues.
  • Consistent low annual mileage suggests light use, potentially reducing wear on certain components.
  • The vehicle has a valid MOT until May 2016, providing immediate peace of mind.

Mileage history

Nov 2005: 13,229 mi PASSNov 2006: 14,251 mi PASSFeb 2008: 16,319 mi FAILFeb 2008: 16,319 mi PASSApr 2009: 17,551 mi PASSApr 2010: 28,695 mi PASSMay 2011: 36,132 mi FAILMay 2011: 36,132 mi PASSMay 2012: 38,557 mi PASSMay 2013: 40,627 mi PASSJun 2014: 43,563 mi PASSMay 2015: 45,316 mi PASS45k29k13kNov 2005May 2015

MOT test history — 10/12 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Nov 2005 PASS 13,229 mi None recorded
Nov 2006 PASS 14,251 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Feb 2008 FAIL 16,319 mi
FAIL Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
USER ENTERED both rear brake hoses ferrulle corroded
USER ENTERED both front brake hoses ferrulle corroded
USER ENTERED slight oil leak from dipstick tube
USER ENTERED small stone chip in n/s windsreen
Feb 2008 PASS 16,319 mi
USER ENTERED both rear brake hoses ferrulle corroded
USER ENTERED both front brake hoses ferrulle corroded
USER ENTERED slight oil leak from dipstick tube
USER ENTERED small stone chip in n/s windsreen
Apr 2009 PASS 17,551 mi None recorded
Apr 2010 PASS 28,695 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
May 2011 FAIL 36,132 mi
FAIL Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
FAIL Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
ADVISORY Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
May 2011 PASS 36,132 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
May 2012 PASS 38,557 mi None recorded
May 2013 PASS 40,627 mi
ADVISORY Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
ADVISORY Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
ADVISORY Front Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)
Jun 2014 PASS 43,563 mi None recorded
May 2015 PASS 45,316 mi None recorded

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BT51 LCW, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.