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DY02 CUJ

2002 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

89,554 mi
Last recorded89,554 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 MG Mgf51,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY02 CUJ
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 89,554 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2025 89,553 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill close to rear subframe mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill /inner sill close to rear subframe mount corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 87,952 miles

o/s/r and n/s/r outer sills corroded

Fail 10 Sep 2024 87,951 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake insecure hand brake cable retaining pin split pin missing (1.1.21 (c))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure front mount loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear steady arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear steady rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

outer sill o/s/r and n/s/r corroded

Pass 2 Aug 2023 85,953 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 84,670 miles

various slight corrosion

Pass 15 Jul 2019 79,490 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 70,830 miles

Front brake discs slightly corroded

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 65,403 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 58,356 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 53,729 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside front tyre perished

offside front tyre perished

play found at nearside front road wheel (suspension ball joint/bearing)

Pass 28 Jul 2014 48,452 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 45,654 miles

All underside brake pipes greased fouling inspection

Fail 3 Jun 2013 45,648 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brake pipe flex mounting points corroded but secure

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 43,924 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 41,803 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2011 41,767 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 40,190 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

some play in rear lower suspension arm bushes both sides

Pass 27 Jan 2009 33,420 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 33,418 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 29,093 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 29,066 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2007 22,157 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 16,488 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2006 16,488 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the MG Mgf?

Based on 546,238 MOT tests across 40,565 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
2,116
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
40,565
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37,610
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 32,964
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 24,147
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 23,285
Brake pipe excessively corroded 21,602
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DY02 CUJ is a 2002 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2002 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 51,030 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Mgf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 37,610 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DY02 CUJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Mgf typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 24 years old, this MG Mgf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY02 CUJ registered?

DY02 CUJ is a 2002 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is DY02 CUJ safe to buy?

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