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J4 CGN

2000 MG Mgf

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

35,533 mi
Last recorded35,533 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 MG Mgf56,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ4 CGN
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 35,533 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 34,669 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Sep 2024 34,640 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 33,464 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 26 Sep 2023 33,464 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 30,891 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 30,613 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2019 30,608 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 29,919 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 27,578 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 25,262 miles

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer quality slightly poor

Pass 17 Nov 2015 23,548 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 22,380 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 20,307 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 20,307 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 26 May 2012 20,235 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 20,218 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 18,430 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 18,334 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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J4 CGN is a 2000 MG Mgf in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2000 MG Mgf models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 56,343 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 J4 CGN, 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 26 years old, this MG Mgf is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J4 CGN?

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What year was J4 CGN registered?

J4 CGN is a 2000 MG Mgf, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is J4 CGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J4 CGN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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