Keep clean, filtered oil moving through your engine with the Wix Engine Oil Filter 51300 — one of the Wix filters trusted to strain wear-causing contaminants out of the motor oil before it reaches your bearings and valvetrain. This cartridge lube metal canister filter is a direct-fit replacement for a wide range of classic and off-highway applications, including the 1957-1962 MG MGA L4-1.5L / L4-1.6L, 1962-1970 MG MGB L4-1.8L and 1960-1964 Lancia Appia V4-1.1L — see the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
Light-duty design, measuring 4.192 in tall with a 2.903 in outer diameter. Country of origin: United States. One filter per application.
What is the Wix 51300?
It's the Wix oil filter, a cartridge lube metal canister filter (MPN 51300) that strains contaminants out of the engine oil to help protect internal engine components.
What vehicles does this Wix oil filter fit?
It fits many vehicles and machines, including the 1957-1962 MG MGA L4-1.5L / L4-1.6L and 1962-1970 MG MGB L4-1.8L, plus off-highway equipment. Check the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm your exact vehicle.
How often should I change this filter?
It meets or exceeds OE recommended change intervals — up to 15,000 miles. Follow your vehicle's service schedule and oil change interval for the correct timing.
Can I use it with synthetic oil?
Yes. It's an ideal match for synthetic and high-mileage motor oils, and its media traps 99% of dirt at a 19-micron rating.
How many filters do I need?
The listed applications use one filter each, and this listing is for one filter.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
