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HF02 GFJ

2002 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2020
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

81,270 mi
Last recorded81,270 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2019
Typical for 2002 MG Mgf51,030 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF02 GFJ
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2019 81,270 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 80,874 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 80,874 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 80,154 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 79,017 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 75,371 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 72,108 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 70,340 miles

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2013 68,850 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 67,440 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 May 2012 67,440 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 66,695 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 66,695 miles

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

SLIGHT DAMPNESS TO BOTH FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS

WIPER SWITCH SLIGHTLY POOR IN OPERATION

Pass 29 Jun 2010 59,982 miles

SLIGHT DAMPNESS TO N/S/F SHOCK ABSORBER

Pass 10 Jun 2009 49,716 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 42,727 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 35,278 miles

main beam tale tell light innop

slight vibration from exhaust down pipe flexi

Fail 29 Jun 2007 35,278 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

main beam tale tell light inop

slight vibration from exhaust downpipe flexi

Pass 29 Jun 2006 26,009 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jun 2006 26,009 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2005 17,823 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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HF02 GFJ is a 2002 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 HF02 GFJ, 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.

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What year was HF02 GFJ registered?

HF02 GFJ is a 2002 MG Mgf, first registered on 4 April 2002.

Is HF02 GFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF02 GFJ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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