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L16 MGF

2002 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

8,193 mi
Last recorded8,193 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 MG Mgf51,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL16 MGF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 8,193 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 8,184 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 8,165 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 8,149 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 8,047 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2021 8,047 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 7,989 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 7,961 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 7,920 miles

slightly oil leak.

Pass 4 Jul 2017 7,853 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 7,826 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 7,746 miles

f/discs slightly corroded,inner

Pass 12 Jul 2014 7,682 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

f/discs inner slightly corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2013 7,525 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

f/discs slightly corroded

Pass 21 Jul 2012 7,355 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

f/discs slightly corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2011 7,048 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 6,916 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 6,559 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 6,255 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 5,881 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 4,709 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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L16 MGF is a 2002 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 L16 MGF, 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

How do I check the history of L16 MGF?

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What year was L16 MGF registered?

L16 MGF is a 2002 MG Mgf, first registered on 18 January 2002.

Is L16 MGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L16 MGF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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