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J3 BUL

2002 MG Mgf

Red Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

23,655 mi
Last recorded23,655 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 MG Mgf51,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ3 BUL
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 23,655 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 23,435 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 23,279 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2023 23,043 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 22,837 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 22,564 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All ferrules. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 16 Feb 2021 22,561 miles

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Nearside and offside. (4.2.3 (c))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All ferrules. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 22,463 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 22,201 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 21,720 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 21,347 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 20,868 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 20,244 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 19,326 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 18,485 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 17,073 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 15,522 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 13,857 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)

Pass 6 Jan 2009 12,386 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2009 12,386 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 10,606 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 9,205 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 7,705 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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J3 BUL is a 2002 MG Mgf in Red with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 J3 BUL, 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 J3 BUL registered?

J3 BUL is a 2002 MG Mgf, first registered on 18 January 2002.

Is J3 BUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J3 BUL shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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