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J13 TAH

2001 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,078 mi
Last recorded50,078 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ13 TAH
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 22 May 2025 50,078 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 50,004 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 45,668 miles

front and rear suspension serves corrosion

under body general corrosion

Pass 8 Jun 2015 48,741 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 46,611 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 45,788 miles

n/s mirror glass slightly damaged

Pass 3 Jul 2012 45,164 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 43,689 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 42,989 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 41,183 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 35,909 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 27,551 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 20,936 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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J13 TAH is a 2001 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 52,155 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 J13 TAH, 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 25 years old, this MG Mgf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J13 TAH registered?

J13 TAH is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 17 April 2001.

Is J13 TAH safe to buy?

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