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RL51 SOJ

2002 MG Mgf

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,044 mi
Last recorded65,044 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2020
Typical for 2002 MG Mgf51,030 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL51 SOJ
MakeMG
ModelMgf
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2020 65,044 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 59,075 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 57,635 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 56,217 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 54,664 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 54,664 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 53,150 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 53,150 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 51,172 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 51,172 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 49,173 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 46,717 miles

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 1 Mar 2012 46,717 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 45,318 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 45,318 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 43,940 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 41,417 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 39,500 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 35,453 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 32,070 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)

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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RL51 SOJ is a 2002 MG Mgf in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RL51 SOJ, 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 RL51 SOJ registered?

RL51 SOJ is a 2002 MG Mgf, first registered on 13 February 2002.

Is RL51 SOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL51 SOJ shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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