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SF02 MGF

2002 MG Mgf

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,445 mi
Last recorded69,445 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 MG Mgf51,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF02 MGF
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 69,445 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 67,350 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Two cuts on inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear hand brake readings low

Fail 18 Apr 2024 67,304 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Two cuts on inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 65,392 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2023 65,390 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 63,671 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 60,846 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 59,182 miles

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

Coolant leak ()

Pass 24 Apr 2019 56,868 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 3 May 2018 54,921 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 3 May 2018 54,921 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot Pivot at fitment to caliper repaired after inspection. (3.5.1c)

Offside Rear Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot Pivot at fitment to caliper repaired after inspection. (3.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 May 2017 53,742 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 52,442 miles

both rear tyres slightly worn on edges

offside front tyre has cracks in inner side wall

Pass 23 Apr 2015 50,396 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 49,471 miles

Nearside front tyre is worn close to the legal limit (inner edge)

both front brake hose ferrules are corroded

both outer sills are slightly corroded

both rear brake hose ferrules are corroded

both rear brake pipes are corroded

exhaust system is deteriorated

oil leak

suspension components are corroded

Pass 29 Apr 2013 48,321 miles

Oil leak

nearside and offside sills begining to corrode

Pass 29 Mar 2012 45,713 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 45,713 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 41,694 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 34,675 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

suspension ride height low almost riding on suspension bumpstops

Pass 25 Apr 2009 29,948 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 26,214 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 26,214 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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 23 Apr 2007 24,279 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 21,488 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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SF02 MGF is a 2002 MG Mgf in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SF02 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

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What year was SF02 MGF registered?

SF02 MGF is a 2002 MG Mgf, first registered on 22 March 2002.

Is SF02 MGF safe to buy?

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