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HD02 SOU

2002 MG Mgf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

58,735 mi
Last recorded58,735 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 MG Mgf51,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD02 SOU
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 58,735 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 58,633 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 58,509 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 57,234 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 55,150 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 53,486 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 51,005 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 48,530 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 48,530 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 45,687 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 43,683 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 43,683 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 41,165 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 39,072 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 36,665 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)

Fail 18 Feb 2013 36,662 miles

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

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 7 Feb 2012 34,720 miles

o/s side repeater slightly loose

Fail 6 Feb 2012 34,720 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

o/s side repeater slightly loose

Pass 10 Feb 2011 32,480 miles

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

slight brake bind n/s/f

Pass 18 Feb 2010 30,110 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2010 30,107 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 27,357 miles

rear reg plate slightly discoloured

Fail 24 Feb 2009 27,357 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

rear reg plate slightly discoloured

Pass 28 Feb 2008 23,681 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 18,512 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 13,369 miles

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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HD02 SOU is a 2002 MG Mgf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HD02 SOU, 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 HD02 SOU registered?

HD02 SOU is a 2002 MG Mgf, first registered on 4 March 2002.

Is HD02 SOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD02 SOU shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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