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L22 BJF

2001 MG Mgf

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

39,218 mi
Last recorded39,218 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 MG Mgf52,155 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL22 BJF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 39,218 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 39,173 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 39,096 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2022 39,050 miles

Emissions not tested DRIVE BELT BREAKING UP! (8.2.1.2 (d))

SUSPENSION LOW!

Pass 6 Feb 2021 38,836 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 38,790 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 38,548 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 38,450 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2018 38,410 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill/arch (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 38,312 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 4 Mar 2016 37,969 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 37,186 miles

front tyre walls cracking

Pass 1 Mar 2014 36,843 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 36,442 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 36,442 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 33,866 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 30,969 miles

Coolant leak

engine management light indicates a fault.

Pass 6 Mar 2010 29,678 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 19 Feb 2009 29,262 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 29 Feb 2008 25,416 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 21,300 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 21,300 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 11,571 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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L22 BJF is a 2001 MG Mgf in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 L22 BJF, 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

How do I check the history of L22 BJF?

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What year was L22 BJF registered?

L22 BJF is a 2001 MG Mgf, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is L22 BJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L22 BJF shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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